Ex Chelsea star Ashley Cole has been appointed assistant of Frank Lampard at Everton

Everton have confirm the appointment of Ashley Cole as First-Team Coach.

The former England defender joins Frank Lampard’s backroom team of assistant managers that already have likes of Joe Edwards and Duncan Ferguson, First-Team Coach Paul Clement, First Team Coach and Head of Performance Chris Jones and Goalkeeping Coach Alan Kelly

If you recall that Lampard was appointed manager of Everton following the sack of Rafael Benitez few weeks ago. 

Recall that Lampard and Ashley Cole enjoyed some good memories together during their playing days at Chelsea. 

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 recognised 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.”

Ashley Cole who seems excited to reunite with his former team revealed that it was brilliant opportunity for him which he was couldn't turn down. 

He 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.”