Ashley Cole named Cesena manager until end of season
Ashley Cole is set to embark on his first senior managerial role, after being named coach of Italian side Cesena.
The former England defender has been appointed by the Serie B outfit in a deal until the end of the season.
Since his retirement in 2019, Cole has enjoyed coaching spells with Derby County, Everton, Birmingham City and England, while also assisting the Young Lions to back-to-back European Under-21 Championship titles alongside Lee Carsley.
The 45 year-old takes charge of a Cesena side sitting eighth in Serie B, albeit on a winless run of seven matches that led to the departure of Michele Mignani.
"The entire Cesena FC family is thrilled to welcome manager Ashley Cole to lead the Bianconeri first team and extends a warm welcome to him and his staff in Cesena, wishing them all the best of luck in this new adventure," a club statement read.
Cole enjoyed a decorated playing career, winning three Premier League titles and seven FA Cups, as well as the Champions League and Europa League.
The former defender also played 107 times for England, making him the Three Lions' most-capped full-back.
His first match in charge of Cesena will be on Tuesday, when they travel to Mantova.
