Cambridge United appoint 12-season Premier League player turned assistant head coach

Cambridge United appoint 12-season Premier League player turned assistant head coach Jason Euell to help out manager Garry Monk.

Euell began working on his coaching badge in June 2011, while a player at Charlton, before taking charge of the club’s U21 squad for the first time in September 2013.

He was credited for promoting youngsters to the first team, such as, Joe Gomez, Ademola Lookman, Jordan Cousins and Joe Aribo.

In October 2015, he was appointed temporary as club’s first-team coaching staff after Guy Luzo was sackedn. Then upon the return of Jose Riga, Euell went back to take charge the club’s under 21 squad after failing to agree a deal to stay on as a first team coach in February 2016.

At the beginning of September 2019, Euell became a coach for England U20s as part of The Football Association’s 2019–20 Elite Coach Placement Programme.

Then in April 2021, he was promoted to the role of first-team coach at Charlton Athletic, until October 2021, when the club made him caretaker assistant manager, working with caretaker manager Johnnie Jackson following the departure of Nigel Adkins.

Towards the end of June 2022, Charlton confirmed that Euell would leave his position as first-team coach at the club, and days later, he linked up with Bristol City as first team coach working alongside manager Nigel Pearson, before leaving the club alongside Pearson in October 2023.

Welcome to the Club, Jason Euell! 🤝

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— Jason Euell (@jasoneuell) July 7, 2024

CLUB STATEMENT:

Cambridge United are pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Euell as Assistant Head Coach…

The 47-year-old former player has joined Garry Monk’s coaching staff as Assistant Head Coach, alongside Barry Corr, following the departure of Kevin Betsy earlier in the week.

After a distinguished playing career where he made his name as a forward at Wimbledon and Charlton, Euell transitioned to coaching in 2012 and spent eight-years with the Addicks as U16s Lead Coach at first, before being promoted to U23s Lead Coach, and then as First Team Coach.

During his time with Charlton, he helped with the development of a number of players, including the likes of Ezri Konsa, Ademola Lookman and Joe Aribo, among others.

Euell has also coached with England U18s and U20s, whilst his most recent role was at Bristol City, working alongside Nigel Pearson.

“I am very pleased and looking forward to the challenge,” Euell said. “Knowing that I am coming to a Club that is ambitious and doing things the right way, it’s a fantastic opportunity for myself.

“It’s a good time of year to be joining, as we progress through pre-season. I can’t wait to get to work and to get to know all of the players and staff.”

“Garry Monk added, “I am delighted Jason has joined our staff. He has vast experience within football, both as a player and a coach, allowing him to bring great qualities and energy, which will no doubt benefit the players, and the culture we are trying to build within the Club.”

The Club can also confirm the appointments of Jack Manuel as Head of Performance, Callum Martin as Individual Coach & Pathways Manager and Jamie Cozens as Kit Manager.

Everyone at Cambridge United warmly welcomes all new members of staff to the Club.

HIS PLAYING CAREER:

Youth
1989–1995 – Wimbledon

Senior
1995–2001 – Wimbledon – 181 games (47 goals)
2001–2006 – Charlton Athletic – 155 games (37 goals)
2006–2007 – Middlesbrough – 20 games (0 goals)
2007–2009 – Southampton – 65 games (5 goals)
2009–2011 – Blackpool – 39 games (4 goals)
2011 → Doncaster Rovers (loan) – 12 games (3 goals)
2011–2012 – Charlton Athletic – 16 games (2 goals)
2012 → AFC Wimbledon (loan) – 9 games (0 goals)
Total – 497 games (98 goals)

International career
1996–1998 – England U21 – 4 games (0 goals)
2004–2006 – Jamaica – 3 games (1 goals)

Take a look at the video below to see Garry Monk talk all things…

– Transfers in
– Contracts retained
– Jason Euell appointment
– Jobe injury blow
– Upcoming friendlies

Twitter users reacted Cambridge United appoint experienced former Premier League player as new Assistant Head Coach…

@Denton_james: This is peak Barclays behaviour and I’m all here for it. Go get Nigel Quashie

@smit112: Always believe in, Jason Euell

@ConnorOwen2: Dunno if we’ll get 90 minutes out of him but a great signing nonetheless

@ValleyFloydFred: Good luck Eully!

@Buzzo1947: Congratulations Jason and good luck 👍🏻

@DanJordan90: If we have an injury crisis he can play up front with Corr #CamUtd

@Miketyson2007: Got a diamond there

@suthersuk: Congratulations Jason, good luck @CambridgeUtdFC 👏

@charlton1970: All the best Euelly #cafc

@jamiecallumlou: Congratulations Jase , 👍

@MattUpNorth1: Welcome Jason… Can you still play up front?

@rhysmcc44: Good luck Jason

@SamCafcTyler: Good luck Jason!

@tomorybristol: Good luck Jason, well done Cambridge got yourself a good man.

@JoeJoe830344122: Good appointment..

@Henrybushy99: Welcome to Cambridge

@daveC1954: Best of luck Jason.

@rjcrouch32: Good luck Jason!

@clintgould9: Good luck Jason 👍

@Cafc1507: Best of luck legend ❤️

@onlyuseto: With him and Barry Corr are we going to see a more attacking Cambridge? 🤞💛🖤

@mono_guerillo: Good luck Jason, except when you play #cafc

@PremStarsHQ: Umbro kits and 1998’s new young hotshot to watch. Ooh Cambridge you’re testing me

@NotAFrenchPersn: Decent replacement for Ahadme

Paul Webb: We are getting people in who know football. I can’t remember being this positive for years. Yes I’ve had a drink 🍸 xx

James Clements: I remember him at Charlton, seems like he’s got some valuable experience behind him and has some contacts. If he could find another Konsa that would be incredible, what a performance for England last night. Welcome to the club Jason.

Steve J Ellis: Bring your boots Jason !!

Adam Wiseman: That’s great to see, I liked him as player and I think he’s done well with coaching over the years, so I feel he’ll be a great addition to our coaching team.

Richard Gathercole: Great news 😁

Godfrey Faulkner: Welcome to the Abbey Jason Euell. 💛🖤

Jim Sherlock: Brilliant appointment.

Allan Binge: Welcome to cambridge Utd Jason. You have picked a great club for the future.

Stephen Fletcher: Great to see someone with loads of experience

David Hollamby: Welcome to the mighty U’s Jason.

Graham Appleton: Just in time for Portugal holiday

Jonathan Kay: Great stuff, welcome!

Neil Howchin: Welcome Jason, a fantastic appointment 👏👏👏

Martin Crook: Good appointment knows the league well

Si Betson: Great appointment

Trevor Cox: Welcome jason.. 👍

Simon Brennan: Welcome to the club Jason

Darren Jackson: Wow… that’s a great appointment

Wayne Lockwood: Brillant appointment by the club

Ben Pitelen: Great signing, can he still play??!!! Nice one

Troy Pimbley: Wimbledon legend!

Caroline Glazebrook: Hello and welcome Jason

Diane Cooper: Welcome to our club Jason Eue

“Well, we did need a forward” etc etc https://t.co/w9hbgjiNXh

— Matt Ramsay (@ramsaymatt) July 7, 2024