Rene Gilmartin: Swindon Town appoint former Colchester keeper as assistant boss

Rene Gilmartin was released from his Bristol City playing contract last month

Swindon Town have appointed former Plymouth Argyle and Colchester United goalkeeper Rene Gilmartin as the club's new assistant manager.

The 33-year-old played under new Robins boss John McGreal at Colchester.

Gilmartin, who has also had stints at Watford and Bristol City, is goalkeeping coach for the Republic of Ireland Under-21 side.

"I know all the attributes that he'll bring as a coach and as a person," McGreal told the club website.

"I know what type of character he is. Very, very hard working, studious of the game and a thoroughly professional coach."