Harry Kewell is appointed as Watford Under-21 coach

Harry Kewell retired from playing last year with Australia A-League side Melbourne Heart

Former Liverpool and Leeds striker Harry Kewell has been appointed as Watford's Under-21 coach.

Kewell, 36, who played for Galatasaray and won 56 caps for Australia, retired last year and has been running a youth academy in his home country.

Watford's sporting director Luke Dowling said: "He now has a proven track record when it comes to working with and nurturing young footballers.

"His knowledge and experience will be of great benefit to the club."