Overview
- The club confirmed Hellberg’s appointment on Monday after reaching a compensation agreement with Hammarby.
- He replaces Rob Edwards, who left earlier in November to become Wolverhampton Wanderers’ head coach.
- Adi Viveash will manage Tuesday’s home game against Championship leaders Coventry City, with Hellberg observing.
- Hellberg’s first match in the dugout is scheduled for Saturday when Derby County visit the Riverside.
- Assistant David Selini has arrived with Hellberg, Viveash remains on the staff, and the new boss vows quick, aggressive football as second-placed Boro enter a demanding pre-Christmas run.