Ross County: ‘Proud’ Don Cowie confirmed as permanent manager

“Don and Carl’s record at home in interim charge was fantastic, with memorable wins against Hearts, Hibs and Rangers, and we will be looking to continue this as well as improving our away form,” Ferguson told the club website.

Paul Cowie, who last month left his role of United’s academy director, will be a first-team coach as well as overseeing performance analysis, with Enda Barron exiting as head of football recruitment, scouting and analysis “to pursue new opportunities”.

Ferguson described Paul Cowie’s arrival as “a fantastic capture”, with Don saying his brother “did a great job at Dundee United and he felt he was ready for a role in a first-team environment”.

“I am immensely proud,” Don Cowie, who became caretaker after Derek Adams’ exit in February, added. “It is no secret the long affinity I have had with the club and to be appointed in this role full-time is an honour for me and my family.”