- Ashley Cole has been appointed head coach of Italian Serie B club Cesena, marking his first managerial role.
- Cesena, currently sitting eighth in Italy's second division, recently sacked their previous manager, Michele Mignani.
- Cole has signed a short-term contract with the club until the end of June, with an option to extend based on certain conditions.
- His coaching experience includes roles at Derby, Chelsea academy, Everton, Birmingham and assisting the England national team.
- Cole has previously stated his ambition to be recognised as “Ashley Cole, the coach”, rather than solely for his distinguished playing career that saw him earn 107 England caps.
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