The lives of professional footballers and coaches sometimes offer old teammates a chance to rekindle old friendships. The fate of Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole wanted them to meet again and continue working together. But unlike their playing days, when they were members of the same Chelsea and England sides, now their job is to use their knowledge and experience to lift Everton.Lampard, who started his playing career at West Ham United just like his father, took over as Everton manager on transfer deadline day. He wasted no time in securing his buddy Ashley in his coaching team. The former left-back, who controversially moved from boyhood club Arsenal to Chelsea in 2006, had already worked with Lampard at Derby County in what was their first coaching position. Today, they’re going to do it all over again – in the Premier League.Tue 22.45: (2.55) Newcastle (3.25) Everton (3.05)Lampard has already spoken about his desire to lead Everton to success after getting the chance to replace the sacked Rafael Benitez. Having a trusted friend and colleague would help him immensely.”I’m delighted to add Ashley to 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.”📝 DEAL DONE: New Everton manager Frank Lampard has appointed former teammate Ashley Cole as first-team coach.(Source: @Everton) pic.twitter.com/lQv8WvfidZ— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) February 3, 2022 Ashley Cole is determined to be as successful in the coaching job as he was in his playing days. “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.”The Toffees will need all the former England dynamic duo to deliver their best after what’s been a disappointing season so far. If there is something Cole and Lampard know – they know how to win.
