Cooper had a distinguished playing career in non-League football with the likes of Harrow Borough, Hendon and AFC Wimbledon, culminating in a spell at what was then Windsor & Eton FC between 2006 and 2009.

Since retiring from playing 10 years ago he has built a successful chain of estate agents whilst keeping his footballing hand in by coaching with AFC Henley youth.

Chairman James Anderson told http://www.windsorfc.net: "We're really looking forward to having Mark at the club. We believe that our football club provides the best platform for young players who are looking to progress to a higher level. Mark's leadership and man management abilities really stood out to us and will be hugely valuable in working with our young squad.

"His understanding of non-League football will also be a huge asset in balancing the youth and experience needed to succeed at this level.

"The club would also like to take this opportunity to place on record its thanks to Luke Brook-Smith for ably taking on the role of caretaker-manager over the past month. Luke took on this added responsibility with absolute grace and class, which allowed us the time to conduct a thorough and in-depth search for the right person to manage the club".