Fulham have appointed Alan Curbishley as their new first team technical director.

Curbishley will work alongside manager Rene Meulensteen for the second half of the season as Fulham look to drag themselves out of the relegation zone.

The duo will report to the club's CEO Alistair Mackintosh throughout the campaign, and Meulensteen expressed his delight at being given the chance to work alongside Curbishley.

"I'm very happy that Alan has joined us as I know his expertise will be invaluable as we enter the remaining months of the season," Meulensteen told the club's official website.

"Following Martin [Jol's] departure I discussed with both Alistair Mackintosh and the chairman the challenges we face, and I was delighted that they supported the idea of additional support within the coaching team.

"Alan has a proven track record in the industry and understands full well what it takes to succeed. I look forward to sharing ideas and listening to advice, to ensure Fulham Football Club remains where it belongs: in the Premier League."

Curbishley has a wealth of experience in football but has been out of the game since leaving West Ham United in September 2008.