Ryan Giggs named assistant manager under Louis van Gaal

Manchester United officially announced the hiring of Louis van Gaal on Monday, and in the process cleared up the future of one of the club's most iconic figures.

Giggs, who was named interim manager following the firing of David Moyes after 51 games this past season, was long rumored to be in contention for a role on Van Gaal's staff. 

With the 40-year-old Welshman considered by many to be a candidate for a full-time coaching role at some point in the future, the opportunity to work under the tutelage of the experienced Dutchman will certainly work as a positive.

It is unclear if Giggs will continue playing, as no statement was made on the matter by either the midfielder or the club, but that seems unlikely.