Former Republic of Ireland international Paul McShane has joined newly-promoted Championship side Lincoln City's backroom staff as first team coach.

McShane, who also coaches with the Republic of Ireland Under-21 squad, will work alongside head coaches Chris Cohen and Tom Shaw.

The 40-year-old has coached with the Manchester United academy and was Lee Grant's assistant at League One side Huddersfield last season.

"His skill set fits the role perfectly; he is an elite coach, and his standards, work ethic and mentality dovetail with our existing staff," sporting director Jez George told the club website.

Goalkeeping and set play coach David Preece, head of medical Kieran Walker, head of performance Josh Snowden and head of recruitment Joe Hutchinson have also committed their futures to the newly-promoted Imps.