Manchester United Managers

Clarence Hilditch (1926-1927)

Clarrie Hilditch gave Manchester United loyal and devoted service over 16 years. When John Chapman was suspended by the Football Association, and subsequently sacked by United, Hilditch stepped into the breach as player-manager - the only such appointment in the club's history. During his short spell in charge he was reluctant to select himself and United slipped. When Herbert Bamlett was appointed in April 1927, Hilditch made himself available for selection by the new manager and continued to serve the club as a player until his retirement in 1932.