Former Fremantle captain Shaun McManus has today joined the club in a volunteer role as the Dockers further increase the number of former players helping their group.

McManus arrived at Cockburn midway through this morning’s session after completing his breakfast radio commitments.

He was immediately embraced by new Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir and received warm welcomes from players and coaches as he moved around the field.

Camera Icon Former Fremantle Docker and Nova Radio star Shaun McManus. Pictured is Shaun in Fremantle. Credit: Justin Benson-Cooper / The West Australian, - Justin Benson-Cooper

It is understood McManus is keen to help in any way possible and provide mentoring to the younger players.

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There is now a clear Fremantle feel around the coaching staff.

Longmuir lured ex-midfielder Josh Carr to be one of his assistant coaches after being appointed.

Roger Hayden, Simon Eastaugh, Michael Johnson, Tendai Mzungu and Aaron Sandilands were also involved in the session while Peter Bell is the club’s football operations manager.

McManus played 228 games for Fremantle and was considered the heart and soul of the club during his career.