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Sheffield United adds Phil Jones to coaching staff, Alan Knill departs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:35 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Sheffield United adds Phil Jones to coaching staff, Alan Knill departs
Summary

Sheffield United announced a coaching staff reshuffle on June 17, 2026, with the hiring of Phil Jones as first-team coach following the departure of long-time assistant Alan Knill. Jones, previously with Blackburn Rovers, will take on a role aimed at contributing throughout the team. Knill's exit ends a coaching partnership with manager Chris Wilder that began in 2008. Micky Collins has been promoted to assistant manager, emphasizing his impressive work since rejoining the club. Sheffield United finished 13th in the Championship last season, indicating the need for potential improvements in their coaching setup.

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  • •Phil Jones joins Sheffield United from Blackburn Rovers.
  • •Alan Knill has left his position after many years with Wilder.
  • •Micky Collins is promoted to assistant manager.
  • •Sheffield United finished 13th in the Championship last season.
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  • 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Blades add Jones to coaching team as Knill departs
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Sheffield United announce a reshuffle of their coaching staff which sees the departure of long-term assistant Alan Knill and the arrival of former England defender Phil Jones.

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