Newcastle announce shock signing of former Sunderland manager to join Eddie Howe’s team
NEWCASTLE have announced the signing of former Sunderland manager Jack Ross.
Ross, 46, has joined the team as the club’s Head of Coach Development on a short-term basis.
A club statement said: “Jack will work closely with the club’s Academy director, Steve Harper, and management team to provide support to the Academy’s coaching structure and players in the Under-9 to Under-16 age groups.”
On the appointment, Steve Harper said: “Jack is a very experienced manager, coach and coach educator.
“His knowledge and experience will be of huge benefit to us during his time here.”
The move comes as a surprise given Ross’ previous history as manager of Sunderland, Newcastle‘s fiercest rivals.
Ross was appointed at the Black Cats in 2018.
He managed 76 matches at the club before leaving in 2019, leading the club to the League One playoff final in 2018/19 but losing out to Charlton.
Since then he has had managerial roles at Scottish side’s Hibernian and Dundee.
He is the latest member to join Eddie Howe‘s team of academy coaches after Neil Winskill’s appointment into the Under-21 side.
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The senior team return to action following the international break seeking to exact revenge on Manchester United after their 2-0 defeat in the Carabao Cup final.
The clash on Sunday is a must-win for both, with a Champions League spot up for grabs if they finish in the top four.