Steve McClaren has left his role as Manchester United assistant to take charge of Jamaica’s international side.
McClaren, 63, had been in his second stint as Red Devils since 2022 having been brought to Old Trafford by Erik ten Hag.
His last managerial role came five years ago at Queen’s Park Rangers but he has now agreed to take the Jamaica hotseat on a two-year deal.
It is just the second time McClaren has taken charge of an international team, with his only previous stint coming as England’s boss between 2006 and 2007.
He said: “I am extremely proud and excited to take up the position of Head Coach for The Jamaica Men’s National Team.
“I had no hesitation in accepting a position that is ideally suited to me at this stage of my career.
“Prior to returning to Manchester United for a second spell, I spent time at FIFA as a Technical Advisor on their Global Eco Analysis project.
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“Jamaica was one of the teams I worked with and I quickly came to realise the potential the country possessed.
“In the years since, that potential has grown significantly and there is every reason to believe that with continued hard work and development a bright future lies ahead.”
The Reggae Boyz have been without a manager since Heimir Hallgrimsson left earlier this month after a disappointing Copa America.
The Icelandic coach has since taken charge of the Republic of Ireland.
The CONCACAF nation has been assessing new candidates in recent weeks, with rumours that Steve Bruce was being lined up.
