Former Argentina defender Heinze named Newell´s Old Boys boss

Gabriel Heinze has been appointed as the new coach of Newell s Old Boys.

The former Argentina defender replaces Adrian Coria, who had been caretaker boss following Javier Sanguinetti s resignation in August.

Heinze s last coaching role was with MLS franchise Atlanta United, where he was in charge for only seven months before being sacked.

The ex-Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Real Madrid full-back will now continue his coaching career in his homeland at the club where he started and ended his playing days.

Six-time Argentine champions Newell s did not state the length of contract Heinze has signed.

The 44-year-old also coached Godoy Cruz, Argentinos Juniors and Velez Sarsfield before a spell in the United States.

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