Phil Jones Leaves Blackburn Rovers Coaching Role

Overview

• Phil Jones confirmed he has left his role at Blackburn Rovers in an emotional Instagram post thanking the club, staff and supporters.
• Jones had rejoined Blackburn as assistant to Michael O'Neill earlier this year and was part of the coaching team that helped the club avoid relegation from the Championship.
• Blackburn issued a statement praising Jones for his contribution and said they respect his decision to pursue another opportunity away from Ewood Park.
• Media outlets have reported that Jones is being linked to a coaching role at Sheffield United, but those reports come from secondary sources and no club has officially announced an appointment.
• Jones spent 12 years as a player at Manchester United and worked in United's youth setup before moving into senior coaching, a background that helps explain why clubs are eyeing him during the current round of staff changes.