Benni McCarthy makes Manchester United exit

The former Cape Town City and AmaZulu head coach had been working for the past two seasons as the Red Devil's striker coach.

He has, however, been let go amid a reschuffle at the club.

Joining United are Rene Hake and Ruud van Nistelrooy as assistant managers of the men's first team, under head coach Erik ten Hag while Steve McClaren and Darren Fletcher remain as senior first-team coach and first-team coach respectively.

Mitchell van der Gaag has also left the club.

Ten Hag told his club's website: "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."

Sporting director Dan Ashworth added: "Together with Erik, we are working to strengthen all areas of our men's first-team operations, and refreshing the coaching staff is an important part of that.

"It's a particular pleasure to welcome Ruud back to the club where he enjoyed so much success as a player, and I know that he and Rene will help reinforce the winning mentality and high standards we are aiming for."

During McCarthy's time with United, the club won the 2022/23 EFL Cup, and were runners-up in the FA Cup before winning the competition in 2023/24.

Ten Hag concluded: “Mitchell has decided that now is the right time for him to pursue his own ambitions in a number one position; I want to pay tribute to his fantastic service over the past two years, and also to Benni for his important contributions. We send them our thanks and best wishes for the future.“