Manchester United has appointed Eva Olid as their new women’s team manager on a two-year contract, which includes the possibility of a one-year extension. The 40-year-old Spaniard arrives following the mutual departure of Marc Skinner earlier this week.
Olid joins the club after a five-year tenure at Hearts, where she transformed the team from league underperformers into Scottish Women’s Premier League champions. She departed Edinburgh this past summer after her contract concluded, having also guided the club to their inaugural domestic final in the 2024 Scottish Cup.
Manchester United sought a leader with a strong record in player development, a criteria they believe Olid satisfies. Although her expertise lies outside the Women’s Super League, the club is optimistic that her tactical approach will benefit the squad. She faces the immediate challenge of readying her players for the season opener against London City Lionesses on September 4.
The appointment comes amidst scrutiny regarding the club’s long-term ambitions for the women’s side. Olid must now navigate significant pressure from a fanbase eager for improvement, focusing on cultivating young talent and stabilizing the roster following a period of transition.
