Manchester United have appointed Eva Olid as the new head coach of United Women.
Olid replaces Marc Skinner, who left the club by mutual agreement on Monday after a successful five-year spell at the club.
The 40-year-old has signed a two-year deal, with the option to extend for a further year.
Olid has promised to build a team that will excite the fans while achieving success on the pitch.
“I know they will enjoy watching us play,” she concluded,” she told manutd.com.
“I hope that they keep supporting the team, the players, the staff, everyone, because big things are going to happen.”
The Catalan coach enjoyed an outstanding spell as the coach of Heart of Midlothian Women, leading the Scottish side from the second division to a historic first Premier League title last season.
She also guided them to the Scottish Women’s Cup final in 2024/25, although they lost 2–0 to Rangers.
United will be hoping she can replicate the same success at the club as they look to pursue ‘long-term, sustainable growth and success’.
Olid’s first official game will be the Women’s Super League opening matchday clash at Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Spanish coach said she has always dreamt of coaching in the WSL.
“For me, it’s one of the best leagues in the world. I dream to coach here in this league, [it] was my objective.
“It’s so competitive. Everything can happen every game, and that is what you want as a manager. Everything can happen, no? It’s so exciting.”
Olid will fly with the rest of the squad to Spain next week to continue their pre-season training.
Man United are also set to face WSL2 side Newcastle United in a behind-closed-doors friendly.