Fulham have announced that Felix Magath has been appointed as first team manager, effective immediately.
The German led Wolfsburg to the Bundesliga title five years ago, and is highly rated in his home country.
There was no mention of head coach Rene Meulensteen in Fulham's club statement confirming the 18-month contract.
Magath, a renowned disciplinarian, receives an 18-month contract.
An announcement on the Fulham backroom staff will be made in the near future.