Leighton Baines expresses gratitude for coaching role at Everton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Leighton Baines, a former left-back, feels privileged to be part of Everton's coaching staff under David Moyes. Recently inducted into the club's Hall of Fame, Baines remarked on his emotional return to the club where he played for 13 seasons. After retiring in 2020, he moved from development coach to under-18s head coach, eventually joining the first-team setup following Moyes' appointment. Baines emphasized his dedication to coaching and his enjoyment in working with the current players.
- •Baines made 420 appearances for Everton from 2007 to 2020.
- •He became part of the backroom staff after Moyes' return to the club.
- •Baines was inducted into Everton's Hall of Fame in May 2026.
- •He previously served as the under-18s head coach and interim first-team manager.
- •Baines aims to improve his coaching skills while supporting Everton's current squad.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Baines feels 'incredibly lucky' to be coaching at Everton
"Former left-back Leighton Baines says it is "a privilege and a honour" to be part of Everton's backroom staff, having reunited with former boss David Moyes who brought him to the club from Wigan Athletic in 2007. The 41-year-old was inducted into the club's Hall of Fame last month, joining 37 other former players, after making 420 appearances over 13 seasons for the Toffees.
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