Dave Hughes appointed head of academy player development at Everton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 3:29 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Dave Hughes has been appointed as Everton's head of academy player development. He will also oversee the under-21s, replacing Paul Tait, who spent 16 years in the academy. This role marks Hughes' return to football after being sacked by Newport County in November 2025. During his time at Newport, he helped the team secure safety in League Two after initially facing relegation threats. Hughes has extensive experience in academy roles at various clubs, including Manchester United and Cardiff City.
- •Hughes replaces Paul Tait at Everton's academy.
- •He previously managed Newport County before being sacked.
- •Hughes has over 20 years of experience in youth football.
- •He aims to improve the development of under-21 players.
- 3:29 PMYahoo Sports — Former County boss Hughes lands new role at Everton
"Dave Hughes has his first role within football since been sacked by Newport in November last year.
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