⁢ ​ ⁣ Manchester United has taken⁣ an intriguing step ⁤to revitalize its playing squad, bringing in legendary athletics coach Harry Marra. ​The 78-year-old American,renowned‌ for his​ expertise in track and field,will focus on enhancing the players’ fitness and running techniques.​ Marra’s impressive ⁤resume boasts numerous triumphs, most notably his guidance​ of decathlete Ashton Eaton to two ‍Olympic gold medals. He also‌ coached Eaton’s ⁢wife, Brianne Theisen, a world and Olympic medalist in the heptathlon.

According to The Times, Marra’s engagement with Manchester United‍ is a short-term arrangement, expected to last only a few weeks. This strategic move⁤ comes as manager Ruben Amorim seeks to turn around the club’s ​fortunes. United currently finds itself in 12th ‌place in the⁣ Premier League ⁣table.