Former Black Stars assistant coach George Boateng has been appointed as the first-team coach at English Championship side Coventry City.

The ex-Aston Villa and Middlesbrough midfielder returns to management following his dismissal as Ghana assistant coach in February after the Black Stars’ disappointing campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.

Boateng will join Rhys Carr as the newest addition to Coventry’s technical team, with both starting their roles immediately. Coventry will begin pre-season this week as preparations start for the upcoming season.

The former Netherlands star played for Coventry when he first arrived in England during the 1998/99 season, making 57 appearances and scoring seven goals for the club, including a memorable brace against Aston Villa.

“We are very pleased to welcome George and Rhys to Coventry City,” said manager Mark Robins. “They 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 aid our work to maximize the performance and preparation of our team, both in advance of and on matchdays. We are excited to begin working with them.”

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