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Real Madrid's Garrido joins Watford coaching team

Watford have appointed Alberto Garrido, part of the backroom team at Real Madrid, as their new first-team coach.

The 48-year-old Spaniard will work alongside assistant head coach Damon Lathrope and first-team development coach Armand Kavaja on Hornets head coach Tom Cleverley's backroom staff.

"We are trying to rebuild a winning culture around the club again and he comes from the most successful culture in world football," said Cleverley.

"Alberto brings a wealth of coaching experience. He has a real knowledge of how to develop top young players."

Garrido has spent 15 years working with Real Madrid's reserve team, Real Madrid Castilla, who play in Spanish football's third tier.