New Leeds United head coach Steve Evans has admitted that it has been an "overwhelming" experience to take charge of the club.

The former Rotherham United boss was appointed as the Championship side's sixth head coach in 17 months on Monday by president Massimo Cellino, taking over from the sacked Uwe Rosler.

Evans has told the club's supporters that they need to give him time to succeed at Elland Road.

"It's overwhelming for me. I didn't know that an iPhone could take the 840 messages I received yesterday," the 52-year-old told the Daily Mail.

"My message to the supporters is, give me an opportunity. Many a better man and manager has sat here and asked for that. Am I cautious, nervous, excited? Yes. It's Christmas, baby's being born, your wedding day and your first date all rolled into one.

"Mr Cellino wanted me because of my track record and success. Does that warrant me Leeds United? It's a massive club and I'm not an ex-Premier League manager who can sit here and say it means nothing to me. I walked through the city last night and Leeds fans came up to me and shook my hand and chanted my name."

Evans's first match in charge will be at Fulham this evening.