Fulham appoint former United coach

Fulham have installed Rene Meulensteen as their head coach to work alongside manager Martin Jol.

 

The former Manchester United coach was at Old Trafford for over a decade under former United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

 

The appointment ends speculation over Meulensteen joining Crystal Palace as replacement for Ian Holloway.

 

"I have spent many hours talking with Martin Jol and we share a vision of how football should be played," Meulensteen, 49, said.

 

"It is our job to make sure we can bring this vision to life on the pitch for the fans."

 

Fulham chief executive Alistair Mackintosh added: "We are all delighted to welcome Rene to Fulham.

 

"There was always going to be a battle for Rene's services and, with the assistance of our chairman Shahid Khan, we have been able to bring one of the best coaches in the world to Fulham."

 

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