By OLIVER TODD, DIGITAL HEAD OF SPORT
Published: 08:17 EST, 13 February 2026 | Updated: 08:17 EST, 13 February 2026
He's seen Michael Carrick excelling back at Manchester United - and now old team-mate Phil Jones is following him into coaching work.
Jones, 33, has been appointed as an assistant to Michael O'Neill at Blackburn Rovers, alongside former Southampton and Rangers midfielder Steven Davis.
O'Neill, the Northern Ireland manager, has returned to the Championship on a job-share agreement until the end of the season which sees him continue to work in international football including in the World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy next month.
More to follow.
Phil Jones (right) is moving into coaching work - just like his old pal Michael Carrick (centre)