Everton Giant leaves role as Professional Development Coordinator at the Club
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The Everton Giant returned to Goodison in July 2014 to join Roberto Martinez’s backroom team, marking his third spell at the Club and the latest chapter in a glittering football career.
During the last three years in his position, his role saw him facilitate the progress of young talent breaking through from the Everton Academy and Under-23s set-up, as well as assisting in the scouting and recruitment of young players.
Joe said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Club over the last few years and, in particular, the opportunity to work so closely with David Unsworth. I’ve been hugely impressed with the way in which he has developed his players - I’m certain he has a very bright future ahead of him.
“I would like to send my best wishes to Sam Allardyce and the Club’s new coaching team, I’m sure they will guide us back to where we belong.
This story is from the December 2017-18 edition of Everton Magazine.
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