Sheffield United academy chief Jack Lester has welcomed the appointment of Rhys Carr.

Carr, the former Fulham and Bristol City coach, was appointed as individual development coach at United's SteelPhalt Academy last month.

Lester said: "As a player, I felt I improved when I was coached in small groups or on specifics to my own game and how I could affect it.

"With that in mind, this is something I really wanted to add to our coaching structure following my appointment.

"By chance, I met Rhys at a conference last year and I loved the detail and his understanding of the game as he demonstrated this role.

"This is an emerging role within clubs and Rhys has already done it at first-team level at Bristol City, so he will be a great addition to our ranks."