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Chris Flanagan

“I’m ready to lead a group as a manager now – I’ve had six or seven years to find my voice as a coach, and I have belief in myself” New Cesena boss Ashley Cole has exclusively told FourFourTwo why it’s the right time for him to become a gaffer

Ashley Cole file photo.

Ashley Cole won 107 caps for England as a player – now, he’s become a manager for the very first time after taking charge of Italian club Cesena.

The 45-year-old had time in Italy as a player with Roma, and has spent several years coaching with Derby, Everton, Birmingham and the FA since his retirement in 2019 – helping England’s under 21s win two consecutive Euros, also having a stint with the senior side during Lee Carsley’s spell as interim boss.

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