Joe Cole Wants to Follow Frank Lampard into Management

After the end of his playing career, former Chelsea and England midfielder Joe Cole is now eyeing a move into management, following the path taken by his ex-teammate Frank Lampard. Since retiring, Cole has mostly worked as a football pundit with TNT Sports but has remained connected to coaching. He previously spent time at Brentford’s academy, working with young players, and revealed that he plans to return to coaching when the timing is right.

Cole admitted that he is keen on first-team management but stressed the importance of choosing the right job rather than rushing into any available role. He acknowledged that while many opportunities exist, he wants one that provides the right conditions to succeed. Cole also highlighted the challenges of coaching, pointing out that managers often face immense pressure and must be careful about the roles they accept. Meanwhile, in Africa, former Kaizer Chiefs coach Cavin Johnson reflected on why Jose Riveiro’s short spell at Egyptian giants Al Ahly ended unsuccessfully.