Former Celtic star Henrik Larsson lands first role in management

14 December 2009 17:31
Henrik Larsson has been appointed coach of Swedish second division side Landskrona Bois.   [LNB]The 38-year-old former Celtic and Barcelona striker retired in October after finishing his career with home-town club Helsingborg.[LNB] Shooting star: Henrik Larsson enjoyed a long career before becoming a boss[LNB]'I am very flattered by this offer, given that I don't have any bigger experience as a coach,' Larsson, who has signed a one-year contract, told a news conference. 'I look forward to it and we'll see where I can take this.'   [LNB]Larsson, who was capped 106 times by Sweden, won the Champions League with Barcelona in 2006. He also won two Primera Division titles, four Scottish Premier League crowns and the Barclays Premier League following a loan spell at Manchester United in 2007.   [LNB]Landskrona finished eighth in the 16-team Superettan last season.[LNB] PICTURE SPECIAL: Henrik Larsson in tears as final whistle blows on Celtic legend's playing careerCeltic legend Larsson to hang up his boots at the end of the seasonSuccess in the free market: The top 10 Bosmans of all time [LNB]  Explore more:Places:BarcelonaOrganisations:Scottish Premier League

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