John Nelms

Tony Docherty has left Kilmarnock to become the new manager of Dundee.

Dundee make surprise managerial appointment as Docherty lands Dens Park role

Former St Johnstone manager Callum Davidson has turned down the chance to manage Dundee. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Familiar tale for Dundee as Callum Davidson turns down manager job at 11th hour

LARBERT, SCOTLAND - MAY 05: Dundee manager Gary Bowyer with the trophy during a cinch Championship match between Queen's Park and Dundee at Ochilview Park, on May 05, 2023, in Larbert, Scotland. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

'Sacked' Bowyer ready to stay on but Dundee hierarchy preferred a new broom

Gary Bowyer has left Dundee after leading the club to the Championship title. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Dundee confirm Gary Bower departure as club call for 'certainty'

Dundee landed the title in dramatic style, overcoming Queen's Park 5-3.

Nelms confirms Dundee Dens Park call, opens up on players' and Bowyer's future

Bring me the Sports Jacket of Arthur Montford, by Aidan Smith - the Scotsman's sports book of the year 2022.

12 books of Christmas: Scotsman writers review their best sporting reads of 2022

Gary Bowyer left Salford City last month but has been quickly re-employed at Dundee (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Dundee confirm Gary Bowyer as ex-Salford City and Blackburn boss replaces Mark M...

Dave Mackay is in the running for the vacant manager's job at Dundee.

Three new names enter frame to be next manager of Dundee

Shaun Maloney is one of two former Hibs bosses in the running to be appointed Dundee manager. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

One of two former Hibs bosses 'likely' to be appointed next Dundee manager

DUNDEE, SCOTLAND - APRIL 02: A general stadium view of Dens Park.

Dundee post modest profit after financial results revealed

Craig Wighton's late winner makes it 2-1 to Dundee at Dens on the night Dundee United were relegated. Dundee have since won only 30 out of 100 home league games

Doon Derby milestone shines stark light on Dundee decline as Rangers return

Large empty spaces were apparent in the home stands during a Scottish Cup match between Dundee and Rangers.

Why it was an onerous afternoon at Dens Park

Dundee managing director John Nelms, left, will be absent as manager Mark McGhee searches for his first win as manager.

Dundee apathy laid bare with Rangers in town

Dundee manager Mark McGhee (right) and managing director John Nelms look on during the 4-0 defeat to Livingston at Dens Park. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

McGhee insists Dundee discord is not on him as he recalls Brighton escape act

New Dundee manager Mark McGhee meets the press on his unveiling at Dens Park.

Alan Pattullo: Dissecting a dramatic week at Dundee

Mark McGhee in unveiled as the new manager of Dundee alongside managing director John Nelms.

Nelms refuses to answer questions at McGhee unveiling but does give address

A new man will be in charge at Dundee after James McPake's dismissal. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Who'd second-guess Dundee after McPake exit, asks Alan Pattullo

Dens Park in the foreground, with Tannadice beyond: The city of Dundee could lose its distinction of having two football grounds on the same street (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Why tonight's Dundee derby at Dens Park could prove historic

Dundee are to make a decision on Leigh Griffiths' loan from Celtic. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Leigh Griffiths: D-Day for Celtic striker as Dundee set to make decision on loan...

Leigh Griffiths is on loan at Dundee from Celtic.

Griffiths to return to Dundee training - but Dens Park future still unclear

Tale of two grounds: Dundee's Dens Park sits in the foreground and Tannadice, home of rivals Dundee United, sits beyond it.

Dundee launch bid to buy back Dens Park

Dundee and Hearts squared off in the Championship last season.

Why Hearts v Dundee this weekend comes with so much baggage

Club captain Charlie Adam has been leading negotiations on behalf of the players. Picture: SNS

Dundee players 'in feud with Dens Park hierarchy' over bonuses

Dundee managing director John Nelms: looking to St Johnstone for inspiration

Dundee managing director John Nelms: "We need to be like St Johnstone"

Dundee managing director John Nelms. Picture: SNS Group

Stephen Halliday: Dundee at Hearts – you’re having a laugh

Hearts’ last match: a 1-0 loss at St Mirren in March which left them rooted to the foot of the Premiership. Picture: Craig Williamson/SNS

SPFL saga rumbles on to Hampden but end is in sight

Dundee managing director John Nelms. Picture: SNS

Alan Pattullo: Just where exactly do Dundee stand on league reconstruction?

Dundee managing director John Nelms. Picture: Paul Devlin/SNS

Contents of clubs’ WhatsApp group sheds new light on SPFL vote

Gordon Strachan defended Dundee chief John Nelms. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

Stephen Halliday: Gordon Strachan’s defence of Dundee’s voting doesn’t add up

SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Rangers accusations ‘unacceptable’ says SPFL chief Neil Doncaster

Hearts owner Ann Budge is heading up a 15-strong reconstruction group. Picture: Bill Murray/SNS

Three weeks to save Hearts as Ann Budge eyes quick reconstruction decision

Dundee United sporting director Tony Asghar posted a picture of himself on Twitter celebrating his club's title win, then deleted the photo. Picture: Ross MacDonald/SNS

Comment: No awards ceremonies but Dundee and Dundee United are prize exhibits

Dundee managing director John Nelms. Picture: Paul Devlin/SNS

Partick and Dundee get big say on reconstruction

Anyone waiting for a decisive statement from Dens Park yesterday was in for a letdown. Picture: SNS.

Dundee are between rock and a hard place

Dens Park. The home of Dundee. Picture: SNS

Rumour Mill: SPFL resolution set to pass after shock U-turn

Dundee managing director John Nelms.

Meet the key players in Scottish football's power struggle

Dundee managing director John Nelms. Picture: SNS

Five key men stand at the crossroads of Scottish football

Dundee's managing director John Nelms is likely to change the club's stance on the resolution. Picture: SNS

Dundee set for vote U-turn to SPFL's resolution with reports of being offered 'l...

Dundee managing director John Nelms. Picture: SNS

SPFL analysis: Dundee enjoying their status as kingmakers

Ann Budge has revealed Hearts' proposal for a 'temporary readjustment of the leagues'. Picture: SNS.

Hearts owner Ann Budge slams SPFL for ‘unduly influencing’ clubs over resolution...

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