Phil Jones Graduates From PFA Business School With Sport Directorship Diploma
The former Manchester United and England defender views the qualification as a springboard toward coaching or a future sporting-director post.
Overview
- He received the diploma at a ceremony hosted at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium alongside fellow graduates Yoane Wissa and Ilkay Gundogan.
- Jones described the programme as both educational and a valuable networking platform and called the achievement a proud moment.
- He is working toward the UEFA Pro Licence as he builds his credentials for senior roles on the touchline.
- The ex-centre-back has been gaining experience with Manchester United’s academy, including under-14 and under-18 groups, since last season.
- He ended his playing career in 2024 due to persistent knee injuries and has since appeared as a pundit for the BBC and Sky Sports.