Kieron Dyer takes charge as Southend United head coach
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:16 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Kieron Dyer has been appointed head coach of Southend United, signing a two-year contract with the National League club. Dyer replaces Kevin Maher, who was dismissed after the team's FA Trophy victory. This marks Dyer's first managerial role, having previously worked as a coach at Ipswich Town and Chesterfield. He expressed excitement about the club's potential and his intention to bring a high-intensity style of play. Dyer's contract includes an option for a third year, and his backroom staff will be announced soon.
- •Dyer replaces Kevin Maher, who was sacked on May 19.
- •He signed a two-year deal with an option for a third year.
- •Southend won the FA Trophy final prior to Maher's dismissal.
- •Dyer's vision includes dominating possession and high-intensity play.
- •His previous coaching roles were at Ipswich and Chesterfield.
- 5:16 AMYahoo Sports — Fans say Dyer's arrival is 'great news' for club
- 2:08 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-England midfielder Dyer named new Southend boss
- 2:03 PMBBC Football — Ex-England midfielder Dyer named new Southend boss
"Southend United appoint ex-Ipswich, Newcastle and England midfielder Kieron Dyer as their new head coach on an initial two-year contract.
"Southend United appoint ex-Ipswich, Newcastle and England midfielder Kieron Dyer as their new head coach on an initial two-year contract.
"Former England midfielder Kieron Dyer is the new Southend United head coach.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 5:16 AMFans say Dyer's arrival is 'great news' for club
Former England midfielder Kieron Dyer is the new Southend United head coach.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 2:08 PMEx-England midfielder Dyer named new Southend boss
Southend United appoint ex-Ipswich, Newcastle and England midfielder Kieron Dyer as their new head coach on an initial two-year contract.
- BBC FootballJun 8, 2026, 2:03 PMEx-England midfielder Dyer named new Southend boss
Southend United appoint ex-Ipswich, Newcastle and England midfielder Kieron Dyer as their new head coach on an initial two-year contract.
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