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James Chester Returns to Manchester United in Voluntary Academy Coaching Role

The former Wales defender is preparing for his UEFA B Licence.

Overview

  • The 36-year-old is working with Manchester United’s Under-15 and Under-16 groups at Carrington on a three-days-a-week schedule.
  • His involvement was facilitated by former academy coach Paul McShane, who invited him to observe training before joining sessions.
  • Chester has retired from playing and is beginning his coaching pathway rather than mounting a comeback.
  • The ex-United academy graduate made his senior debut under Sir Alex Ferguson and later scored in the 2014 FA Cup final for Hull City.
  • He earned 35 caps for Wales, including playing every minute of their Euro 2016 run to the semifinals, experience he now brings to youth development.