Fletcher was appointed United's inaugural technical director last month, with John Murtough taking on the role of football director. I guess thats been the most visible part for me this season, but thats really an addition to my overall technical director role. Fletcher was promoted from first-team coach to Technical Director in March 2021, Written by Training Ground Guru March 1, 2022. Matt Judge, who has the new title of director of football negotiations albeit with unchanged responsibilities will also report to football director Murtough. MANCHESTER UNITED APPOINT DIRECTOR OF FOOTBALL! - LinkedIn But he will now work as a link between the board and boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, his former teammate. Its been a brilliant experience since I took on the role, the combination of long-term planning and contributing to our strategic goals, with the opportunity to still be close to the team and management., READ MORE: Murtough and Fletcher promoted by Man Utd, John Murtough, who was promoted to Football Director at the same time that Fletcher became Technical Director, added: Darrens role since starting his job has been invaluable on many levels, bringing his football experience to bear on a range of areas., In a story on their website, United added that youth development was at the heart of his [Fletchers] remit to drive long-term strategic planning across Uniteds mens, Womens and Academy squads in addition to day-to-day support for Ralf Rangnicks coaching staff.". Premier League: Title race 'not over', warns Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola despite crushing win over Arsenal, Premier League: Manchester City back on top as Newcastle, Manchester United press top-four claims, Premier League: Spurs fight back to hold Manchester United, Newcastle thrash Everton, Premier League: Manchester United appoint Darren Fletcher as technical director. We have really improved our defending from set pieces and wide free kicks this season. Soccer Career Darren Fletcher started his senior career with Manchester United in 2003. He played with Manchester United from 2003 to 2015.

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