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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Sport
Ricky Charlesworth

Park Ji-Sung's English coaching career as Erik ten Hag reshuffles Man Utd backroom

As a player, Park Ji-Sung was adored by Manchester United fans for his tireless work ethic and quality on the wing.

Now, one of the most decorated players in the history of Asian football is making his first tentative steps into the world of coaching. Last season saw Park, now aged 41, undertake coaching sessions with another of his former clubs Queens Park Rangers.

He spent a season at QPR towards the end of his playing career and last winter he returned to the London club to coach the club's under-16s during a placement designed at aiding his practical skills as he bids to complete his B Licence course. Speaking at the time, Park said of the experience: "Having played for QPR I am really interested to see how they develop their younger players. I have learnt lots from the players as well as the coaches.

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