By Prosper E. on February 3, 2022

Ashley Cole joins Everton from Chelsea's academy, but he will retain his role as a coach with England's U21s; former defender played with Frank Lampard with Chelsea and England, and played under him at Derby; Lampard was appointed Everton boss on Monday

Everton can confirm the appointment of Ashley Cole as First-Team Coach.#EFC 🔵

— Everton (@Everton) February 3, 2022

Everton have appointed Ashley Cole, a former team-mate of new Toffees manager Frank Lampard with Chelsea and England, as a first-team coach.

Cole leaves his role at Chelsea's academy to join Lampard's backroom staff, which includes assistant managers Joe Edwards and Duncan Ferguson, first-team coach Paul Clement, first-team coach and head of performance Chris Jones and goalkeeping coach Alan Kelly.

Lampard, who was appointed as Everton manager on Monday, told the club's website: "I'm delighted to add Ashley into my backroom team. Everyone knows about his superb playing career and what he has achieved in the game.

"He is now a well-respected coach which has been recognised by his work with England U21s. He'll bring a wealth of enthusiasm, game-play experience and is a very good young coach who adds strength to our coaching staff."

Cole added: "I was thrilled when Frank asked me to join him at Everton. This is a brilliant opportunity with a fantastic club and I am coming here to work hard and try to help bring success to Everton.

"The chance to link up again with Frank was another huge draw. He is an excellent manager and leader. With the rest of the staff here, we have everything in place for what we want to achieve together."

PHOTO: Lampard and Ashley Cole

Source Sky Sports

Posted February 3, 2022

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