Kolo Toure has been appointed as an assistant coach to Pep Guardiola on a permanent basis after a successful period with the Manchester City first team at the Club World Cup.
The Ivorian defender, who made over 350 Premier League appearances for Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City, was promoted in June after working with the club’s under-18 group.
He had impressed the academy with his personality and three coaching staff departures in one summer presented an opportunity for Toure to step up and help Guardiola’s squad.
It was initially a temporary arrangement but his month-long stint, which included some work with the defensive unit, has convinced the club that he will add to the group.
“We’re delighted to permanently add Kolo to our first team coaching staff,” said Man City sporting director Hugo Viana.
The Ivorian defender, who made over 350 Premier League appearances for Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City, was promoted in June after working with the club’s under-18 group.
He had impressed the academy with his personality and three coaching staff departures in one summer presented an opportunity for Toure to step up and help Guardiola’s squad.
It was initially a temporary arrangement but his month-long stint, which included some work with the defensive unit, has convinced the club that he will add to the group.
“We’re delighted to permanently add Kolo to our first team coaching staff,” said Man City sporting director Hugo Viana.
“Not only does he bring his immensely precious experience at football’s elite level, but he also has a deep connection with Manchester City and a deep knowledge of the Club.
Toure’s permanent appointment means City now have the same number of coaches around Guardiola but, given their defensive struggles in recent times, it will be hoped his experience can contribute to an improvement in that area.
Credit: New York Times
Toure’s permanent appointment means City now have the same number of coaches around Guardiola but, given their defensive struggles in recent times, it will be hoped his experience can contribute to an improvement in that area.
Credit: New York Times
