Gary Caldwell appointed Chesterfield boss

Former Wigan Athletic boss Gary Caldwell admits he's looking only forward, not back, after confirming his return to management at Chesterfield.

The 34-year succeeds Wigan-born Danny Wilson at the Proact Stadium, and has his work cut out with the Spireites lying third-bottom of League One.

But he insists he has nothing to prove after being surprisingly relieved of his duties at the DW Stadium in October after leading Latics to the third tier title last term.

“I’m somebody that doesn’t look back in life, I only try to look forward and to the future,” Caldwell said.

“The decision was made, and I do think I’m a better manager now because of the experience I had in my short time at Wigan.

“And I’m looking forward to the challenge ahead of me here.

“I think any manager will tell you that when you’re out of the game it’s a frustrating time.

“But I’m delighted to be back, to be here at Chesterfield, and take up this challenge.