Jose Fonte joins Sunderland coaching staff ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 10:12 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Jose Fonte, former Portugal defender, is set to join Sunderland as part of Regis le Bris' technical coaching team. The 42-year-old, known for his time at Southampton, officially starts on July 20. Sunderland's director of football, Florent Ghisolfi, emphasized Fonte's experience and leadership qualities as instrumental for the club's goals in the Premier League and beyond. His appointment comes as Sunderland aims to strengthen their coaching setup.
- •Fonte is 42 years old and retired at the end of last season.
- •He made 288 appearances during his eight seasons at Southampton.
- •Sunderland aims to advance in the Premier League and Europe.
- •Florent Ghisolfi highlighted Fonte's strong leadership skills.
- 10:12 AMYahoo Sports — Fonte joins Sunderland coaching staff
"Former Portugal defender Jose Fonte is joining Sunderland as part of Regis le Bris' technical coaching team. Fonte is best known in England for his eight seasons at Southampton between 2010 and 2017, during which time he made 288 appearances. Fonte will officially start his role on 20 July.
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