Brian McClair has been appointed as the Scottish FA’s performance director and will leave Manchester United at the end of May, after 13 years on the staff of the club.
Executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward said: "Brian's association with Manchester United started in 1987 and, regardless of where he is located, he will always be part of the family.
"As a proud Scotsman, this is a wonderful opportunity for him and he goes with our blessing and our good wishes for the future.
"In his time as Academy manager, he has maintained and enhanced its reputation around the world and made a valuable contribution to the club's success."
