Manchester United Women have officially appointed Eva Olid as their new head coach. The 40-year-old Spanish manager has signed a two-year contract that runs until 2028, with an additional option for a further year. Olid joins the club following the departure of Marc Skinner, whose exit was announced by the organization on Monday morning.

Olid arrives at Manchester United after a successful tenure at Hearts, where she led the team to their first Scottish Women’s Premier League title last season. Her departure from the Edinburgh club occurred by mutual agreement after a five-year period that saw significant growth for the team. Olid has publicly characterized the new role as a "dream come true."

While the appointment marks a significant shift in leadership for the United squad, the transition follows a period of organizational change. The club has not yet provided extensive details regarding the specific strategic direction Olid is expected to take, though her track record at Hearts suggests a focus on long-term development. The change in management comes as the club looks to stabilize its position in the league following Skinner's tenure.