da luck： Ruud van Nistelrooy has joined Manchester United's coaching staff as one of Erik ten Hag's new assistants.

da 888casino： Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

Dutch former striker back at Old Trafford Hake also on board for new seasonTen Hag changes staff after signing contractWHAT HAPPENED?

The much-loved striker returns to the Red Devils for the first time since departing in 2006. He is part of Ten Hag's restructuring of his coaching staff after signing a new contract until 2026. Van Nistelrooy and fellow Dutchman Rene Hake have signed two-year deals.

AdvertisementGetty ImagesWHAT TEN HAG SAID

"I am delighted that Rene and Ruud have agreed to join our project, adding a wealth of experience, knowledge and new energy to the staff," said the United manager. "Now is a good time to refresh the coaching team as we look to build on the achievements of the past two years and push to the next level."

WHAT DAN ASHWORTH SAID

United's sporting director Dan Ashworth added: "I am delighted that Rene and Ruud have agreed to join our project, adding a wealth of experience, knowledge and new energy to the staff. Now is a good time to refresh the coaching team as we look to build on the achievements of the past two years and push to the next level."

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Van Nistelrooy had a successful stint at PSV but left the club last year. He turned down the chance to become head coach of Burnley in order to link up with Ten Hag, who clung on to his role as United boss after the club spoke to alternative candidates including Thomas Tuchel following the team's worst ever Premier League finish. Hake has known Ten Hag for almost two decades, first working together at Twente. His last job was with Eredivisie side Go Ahead Eagles. Steve McLaren and Darren Fletcher will remain a part of Ten Hag's staff although Mitchell van der Gaag has left to resume his career as a head coach and Benni McCarthy has also departed.