Patrick Kluivert agrees to join Holland's coaching staff

Former Holland striker Patrick Kluivert will be one of new coach Louis van Gaal's assistants for the national team, the Dutch football federation (KNVB) has announced.

The 36-year-old is Holland's all-time record goalscorer and will work alongside Van Gaal and his number two Danny Blind.

Kluivert will hope to use his wealth of experience to transform Holland's fortunes after a dismal exit from Euro 2012.

The forward played for a host of top European clubs during a prolific career including Barcelona, Ajax, AC Milan and Newcastle United.