Peter Reid appointed as Mumbai City FC manager

Peter Reid has been named as the new manager of Indian Super League side Mumbai City FC.

The 58-year-old, who has previously been at the helm of England Under-21s, Manchester City, Sunderland, Coventry City, Thailand and Plymouth Argyle, will be assisted in his new role by Steve Darby.

After being appointed as manager, Reid told reporters: "It's a great opportunity to coach in the Indian Super League. I enjoyed working overseas with Thailand and I am very much looking forward to this new challenge."

Former Germany international Manuel Friedrich joined Mumbai last month.