Paul Mariner is back at Plymouth Argyle Football Club after an absence of 33 years.

The former England international started his career at Argyle and spent three years there, from 1976 to 1979, before sealing a £200,000 move to Bobby Robson’s Ipswich Town.

Mariner is now on his way back to Home Park as assistant manager, having being lined up to assist manager Paul Sturrock following Kevin Summerfield’s departure.

"On behalf of the Plymouth Argyle board, I am pleased to announce that we hope to confirm soon the appointment of Paul Mariner as Head Coach, working for the manager, Paul Sturrock," chairman Sir Roy Gardner told the club's official website.

"Paul Mariner is not only an Argyle legend, but has established himself as a highly respected and leading coach in American Major League Soccer and internationally, including in Japan.

"He will bring his own style and a wealth of experience to the club, supporting the development of the football side of the club with Paul Sturrock."

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