Ashley Cole joins Frank Lampard's staff, Everton confirm

Ashley Cole, who had been a part of the staff at

's academy since his retirement in 2019, left the Blues to join Frank Lampard's coaching staff at

.

“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,”

Cole said in an Everton statement.

“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.”

Reflecting on Cole’s addition to his side, the Toffees’ boss Frank Lampard said:

“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 recognized by his work with England Under-21s. He’ll bring a wealth of enthusiasm, game-play experience and is a very good young coach who adds strength to our coaching staff.”

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