Mike Phelan

Football manager and former player

Mike Phelan - Football manager and former player
Born

September 24th, 1962
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Played as a midfielder and spent the majority of playing career at Norwich City, contributing to the club's promotion to the First Division. Transitioned to management and coaching, serving as an assistant manager at Manchester United. Managed Hull City and played a significant role in their promotion to the Premier League.

Played for Norwich City

Assisted at Manchester United

Managed Hull City

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