
Kolo Toure, the former Arsenal defender, has been appointed as the assistant coach to Manchester City head coach Josep Guardiola. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The "Citizens" club's press service announced this. Toure quickly adapted to his new role, having assisted Guardiola during the Club World Cup held in the USA.
Now Manchester City has officially confirmed his continuation with the team. Last football season, Toure served as the assistant coach for Manchester City's youth team, which consists of players under 18 years old.
According to the club's press service, Kolo Toure will not only bring his high-level football experience to the team but is also a close figure to Manchester City and knows the club well. At the end of last season, the "Citizens" finished third in the English Premier League competition.
This appointment is seen as a strengthening of the coaching staff and a pursuit of future successes.