David Hughes joins Manchester United after leaving Cardiff City head of academy role

David Hughes pictured in his playing days at Shrewsbury Town, where he made 51 appearances

David Hughes has joined Manchester United's academy staff after leaving his role as Cardiff City's head of academy.

Hughes, 44, moves to the Premier League giants as a professional development phase coach.

Cardiff are seeking a replacement after Hughes, who previously worked in youth coaching at Shrewsbury, Watford, Aston Villa and Southampton, opted to leave.

The Championship side announced Hughes' appointment in 2020.

Hughes made 17 Cardiff appearances between 2001 and 2003 after joining from Shrewsbury for £450,000, having previously played for Villa and Carlisle.

Hughes began his coaching career with Barry Town and then Port Talbot Town, and also had a spell working for the Football Association of Wales.