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Sir Alex Ferguson has announced that his new assistant manager at Old Trafford will be former United midfielder Mick Phelan.

Skills development expert Rene Meulensteen will replace Phelan as first team coach with the appointments taking place with immediate effect.

Phelan succeeds Carlos Queiroz, who left Manchester United earlier in the summer to manage the Portuguese national team.

Ferguson the club's official website: "I am delighted that Mick and Rene have agreed to fill these important positions.

"Mick knows Manchester United inside out, having been associated with the club for the best part of 20 years.

"He is a very talented and professional coach, whose ability and contribution to the club’s success has often been understated.

"Rene brings different ideas and experience to the role of first team coach. I believe the two will provide an excellent team to continue the club’s willingness to try new ideas and constantly drive for success in an increasingly competitive game."

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