Phil Jones leaves Blackburn Rovers coaching position for new opportunity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:22 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Phil Jones has departed his coaching role with Blackburn Rovers to pursue another opportunity. The former defender, who played for the club from 2002 to 2011, joined Michael O'Neill's coaching staff in February. Following his exit, Blackburn Rovers will need to find a replacement for their first-team coach position, previously held by Steven Davis. Jones expressed gratitude for his time at the club and wished them success in the future.
- •Jones returned to Blackburn in February as part of the coaching staff.
- •He played for the team from 2002 to 2011.
- •Blackburn expressed disappointment yet respect for his decision.
- •Jones has been linked with a role at Sheffield United.
- •Gregory Vignal's departure has also created an opening in the U21s coaching staff.
- 9:22 AMYahoo Sports — Jones leaves coaching role at Blackburn
"Phil Jones leaves his coaching role at Blackburn Rovers to pursue "another opportunity".
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