Neil Adams returns to Norwich City in loans manager role

Norwich City have announced the return of former manager Neil Adams in the newly-created role of loans manager.

The 49-year-old resigned as manager earlier this year and his successor Alex Neil went on to lead the Canaries to instant promotion back to the Premier League.

Norwich chief executive David McNally told the club website: "[Adams's] knowledge of players, his coaching experience and his understanding of the modern loan market will all be a huge asset in this newly-created role.

"This will help the club to ensure our players receive maximum benefit from their time spent on loan."

Adams's time in charge of Norwich was his only first-team management job to date.