The Norwegian joins Brugge from Standard Liege and will take over from interim coach Rik De Mil (41), who has led the team following the sacking of Scott Parker (42) in March.

Parker, who was in charge for just 12 games, was sacked after they were thrashed 7-1 on aggregate by Benfica in the Champions League last 16.

During his tenure at Celtic from 2014 to 2016, Deila led the Glasgow club to two Scottish titles and a League Cup.

He joined New York City FC in 2020, leading them to the Major League Soccer Cup the following year.

Despite qualifying for the Championship round in the Pro League, Brugge find themselves in last place with 33 points before the final two rounds.