Hiddink, 71, becomes the latest big name coach to move to China since the country's president, Xi Jinping, stated his desire for the nation to become a global football power. Hiddink's appointment was announced on the Chinese FA's official website. It said he had been tasked with leading the country through to the 2020 Asian Under 23 Championship, which serves as the continent's final qualifiers for the Olympic Games. His most recent job saw him work as an interim head coach with English Premier League side Chelsea. China have not appeared at the Olympic football finals since 2008 when Beijing hosted the Games and the team were given an automatic berth.

Source: Dhaka Tribune September 10, 2018 11:03 UTC