Ashley Cole lands first job in management with shock switch to second-tier clubAshley Cole has been learning his trade with the likes of Derby County, Everton, Chelsea, Birmingham City and various England teams, and now he's become a head coachView Image Premier League icon Ashley Cole has taken a job in Italy (Image: CESENA FC)Ashley Cole has been appointed the new manager of Italian side Cesena. Cole, 45, joins the Serie B club on a deal until the end of this season. ‌The move marks Cole's first head coach position, having learned his trade at various clubs and with the FA. ‌Now Cole has signed a short-term contract with Cesena, who sit eighth in the Italian second tier, occupying the league's final play-off spot. Will Ashley Cole be a successful manager?

Source: Express March 16, 2026 06:22 UTC