Manchester United news: Jose Mourinho hires ex-Arsenal scout Sandro Orlandelli in backroom staff shake-up

JOSE Mourinho has hired ex-Arsenal scout Sandro Orlandelli, according to reports in Brazil.

The United chief has shaken up the backroom staff at Old Trafford since his arrival this summer.

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Orlandelli had been working at the Brazilian Football Federation, but left his role before the Rio Olympics.

It is not known where he will be based for United, but he previously scouted throughout South America for Arsenal.

Orlandelli gained experience working Atletico Paranaense’s football director and previously scouted for Santos.

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Premier League clubs have been working hard to bring in young players from across Brazil to find the next Neymar.

This week we revealed how Mourinho warned £58m star striker Anthony Martial to raise his game.

The French international has had a dip in-form since his Old Trafford arrival from Monaco last season.