George Boateng has been appointed first team manager at Coventry City

Former Ghana assistant coach George Boateng has been appointed first team manager at Championship side Coventry City.

The 48-year-old returns to management following his sacking from Ghana’s national team in February following Ivory Coast’s disappointing Africa Cup of Nations campaign.

Boateng will join Rhys Carr as the newest member of Coventry City’s technical team, with both appointments effective immediately. Coventry City are set to begin pre-season training this week in preparation for next season.

Boateng, a former Netherlands international, has a history with Coventry City, having played for the club in the 1998/99 season. During his time there, he made 57 appearances and scored seven goals, including a memorable brace against Aston Villa.

Manager Mark Robins expressed his enthusiasm for the new additions to the coaching staff, saying: “We are very excited to welcome George and Rhys to Coventry City. Both impressed us during the extensive recruitment process for this important role and each brings key skills to the football department.”

“Their experience and knowledge will greatly assist our work to maximize our team’s performance and preparation, both before and on match days, and we are delighted to begin working with them.”