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Mark Pirie

Darren Fletcher lands Manchester United key role as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer raves about Scotland hero

Scotland hero Darren Fletcher has been added Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's backroom team at Manchester United.

Fletcher spent two decades at Old Trafford as he came through the academy set-up before winning five Premier League titles, one FA Cup, two League Cups, the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup.

Fletcher, who was capped 80 times by Scotland, also featured for West Brom and Stoke and has been coaching the United youth side since October.

Fletcher said: “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.”

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United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was full of praise for his new recruit, adding: “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.”

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