Overview

• Cox described his spell at Manchester United as life-changing in a reflective interview as he prepares to depart.
• He emphasized a long-term approach to youth development that prioritizes broad education and adaptability over replicating a single first-team system.
• Everton secured his move after previous attempts by other clubs to hire him were unsuccessful, according to the report.
• Manchester United have installed Stephen Torpey from Brentford as the new academy director, with Torpey starting work this week.
• Cox contrasted his role with head coach Ruben Amorim’s immediate match pressures, stressing the academy’s aim to shape careers that can span 15 to 20 years.