Mike Phelan is excited to have been confirmed as fulltime Hull City manager.

He signed terms yesterday.

"It's been a while in coming, but I'm happy with the position I am now in and looking forward to the challenge ahead," he said.

"It has taken time but things have to be done correctly with these matters. What is important now is that we move forward and help this squad of players be successful for this football club.

"It's exciting to step over that threshold into management, and I'm looking forward to working with this group of players that has done so well so far.

"I'm looking forward to what is to come now, so roll on the next few games."