Motherwell boss Stephen Robinson convinced him to take the job. The Steelmen reached third spot in the Scottish Premiership last season and reached the Europa League qualifiers under Stephen Robinson.
However, the Northern Irishman resigned his post after defeat to Kilmarnock last week which extended a dismal run which has seen the Lanarkshire club winless since October.
Form didn't improve under Fir Park veteran Keith Lasley when he stepped into the dugout, with the struggling side slumping to a 3-0 derby defeat against Hamilton and dropping to bottom spot in the table.Former Scotland cap Alexander now makes his return to management after being axed by English League Two side Salford City just five games into the season.After being awarded.
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