Darren Fletcher joins Manchester United’s first-team coaching staff
By Varun Aithal
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is trying to create a family within Manchester United by adding a few of his old colleagues. Darren Fletcher is the new addition to his coaching staff.
After the hiccups at the start of the season and UEFA Champions League disappointment, Manchester United are slowly finding their groove. The club is trying to make inroads towards their 21st title but it is still a distant dream.
In order to bring more energy to his coaching staff, Ole Gunnar Solsjaer has asked his former teammates, Darren Fletcher, to step up and help him improve his squad plus tactics.
The Old Trafford outfit promoted their ex-player, who is currently the coach of the U16s, to the first team. The former midfielder will join on a permanent basis.
Darren Fletcher – Where it all begun!
The Scottish international was at the club for a period of 20 years and featured 340 times for the Red Devils, rising through the ranks and starting as an academy player.
The player was an integral part of Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United since 2003. He moved out of the club during Louis van Gaal’s reign at Old Trafford and after falling out of favor.
Following his life-long stay at the Theatre of Dreams, he left on a free to West Brom back in 2015. He played two years at the Hawthorns and then signed for Stoke City, where he enjoyed the final years of his playing career.
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Joining Manchester United’s first-team coaching staff, Darren Fletcher said to media:
"I am delighted to be returning to the club as a first-team coach.It’s a very exciting time for this young team and I am looking forward to taking the next steps in my coaching career by working with Ole and his staff."
The Norweigan boss reiterated the importance of his old teammate in his new role at the club.
He opined that Darren Fletcher carries United’s DNA which could help the club head in the right direction moving forward. He also believes that the Scottish international’s experience can be a great asset for him and the team.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said:
"Darren has the United DNA running through his veins and he knows exactly what it takes to be a Manchester United player. He is at the start of his coaching career and his experience both on and off the pitch along with his winning mentality, commitment and hard work will be a great addition to the staff .(Via: Sky Sports)"
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