Rooney appoints Phelan as Plymouth assistant

Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney, who is currently the manager of English football club Derby County, has appointed Mike Phelan as his assistant at Plymouth Argyle.

Phelan, who has previously worked with Rooney during his time as an assistant manager at Manchester United, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the League One club.

Rooney expressed his excitement about working with Phelan again, stating, “Mike is a fantastic coach and I am delighted to have him by my side at Plymouth. His experience and tactical acumen will be invaluable to the team.”

Phelan also expressed his enthusiasm about the new role, saying, “I am thrilled to be joining forces with Wayne at Plymouth. I believe we can achieve great things together and I am looking forward to the challenge ahead.”

Plymouth fans are optimistic about the new coaching team and are looking forward to seeing how Rooney and Phelan will improve the team’s performance on the pitch.

The appointment of Phelan as assistant manager is seen as a significant move in Plymouth’s bid to climb up the League One table and secure promotion to the Championship.

Rooney and Phelan will work closely together to develop the team’s playing style, tactics, and overall performance, with the aim of achieving success in the upcoming season.

The duo’s coaching partnership is expected to bring a fresh perspective and innovative ideas to Plymouth’s squad, helping the players reach their full potential on the field.

With the backing of a strong coaching team, Plymouth Argyle are hopeful of achieving their goals and making a mark in English football under the leadership of Rooney and Phelan.