Darren Fletcher Age, Illness, Family, Retirement Age, Coaching Job

Former Scotland midfielder Darren Fletcher is currently 39 years old. He was born in February 1984.

Darren Fletcher Illness

Fletcher was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis a few years ago.

Darren Fletcher Family

Fletcher is married to his wife, Hayley, and they have two sons who also play football.

Darren Fletcher Retirement Age

Fletcher was 35 years old when he retired as a player. He played last for Stoke City.

Darren Fletcher Coaching Job

In January 2021, Fletcher was appointed as assistant coach at Manchester United, and in 2022, he was appointed as first team coach for the team.

Who Is Darren Fletcher?

Darren Fletcher is a former Scottish football midfielder and current first team coach for Manchester United.

Born on February 1, 1984, in Dalkeith, Scotland, Fletcher began playing for the youth academy of Manchester United at the age of 11 and made his debut for the team in March 2003, as a central midfielder.

Fletcher spent a lengthy amount of time at Manchester United, winning numerous trophies, including five Premier League titles, one UEFA Champions League title, four League Cups, and one FIFA Club World Cup (2008).

Other clubs he played for include West Bromwich Albion, West Brom, and Stoke City. Fletcher also played with the Scottish national team, winning 80 caps, and scoring 5 goals.

Fletcher retired from professional football in 2019 due to a chronic bowel condition, and then launched his coaching career.