Joyce, 52, spent eight years developing the Premier League’s giant’s youth programme before a short spell as manager of Wigan Athletic.

«Leading by example throughout his career, Warren has produced quality technical players, quality tactical players, and ultimately well rounded players on and off the field,» said Brian Marwood, managing director of City Football Services, who oversaw Joyce’s recruitment.

During his time with United’s youth team, 73 players went on to play in the English Premier League and Championship and 44 became internationals.

Joyce was also a former player-manager of Hull City and head coach for two years at Royal Antwerp. As a player, he made a total of 884 appearances for Bolton Wanderers, Preston North End, Plymouth Argyle, Burnley and Hull.

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