FORMER Oxford United midfielder Adam Murray has been appointed manager at Mansfield Town.

The 33-year-old becomes the youngest boss working in the Football League after a spell in caretaker charge following Paul Cox's sacking last month.

Murray made 92 appearances for United between 2008 and 2010, leaving just after the club won promotion out of the Conference.

His only goal this season was a late winner for Mansfield when they beat the U's 2-1 at Field Mill in August.

Murray will return to the Kassam Stadium with his new side on February 21.