Hearts managerial candidate Steve McLaren joins Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv

Former England boss Steve McClaren has joined Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv as a coaching consultant.

The 56-year-old has been out of football since he was sacked by Derby for the second time in March.

He will work under Maccabi manager Jordi Cruyff, who was a player at Manchester United when McClaren was assistant to Sir Alex Ferguson.

I have known (Cruyff) since the time we spent together at Manchester United and we have been in touch over the past couple of years,'' McClaren told the club website.

I have huge respect for such a well known club both in Israel and in Europe and I intend to help Jordi and the players achieve success for the fans this season.'