Former Chelsea, Leeds and Atletico Madrid striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is in advanced talks with FA bosses over a deal to join Gareth Southgate’s coaching staff in charge of the England men’s team.
He is set to replace Chris Powell, who reached the end of his agreed term after the World Cup, and his contract expired.
Hasselbaink, who made 23 caps for the Netherlands and scored nine international goals, has been out of a job since resigning as Burton Albion manager last September.
His two spells as Burton boss mean he is well acquainted with England’s base at St George’s Park, which is where the League One club train, just a few miles from Burton-upon-Trent.
Hasselbaink has been out of a job since resigning as Burton Albion manager last September.
Sky Sports News Southgate was told he had approached Hasselbaink about the role after Powell, who has been part of the coaching staff for the last two major tournaments, told the England manager he wants to focus on his job as head coach at Tottenham academy.
The legal paperwork has yet to be finalized on the deal.
The FA’s commitment to improving diversity in football continues, providing opportunities for more black managers within England teams.
Former England international Ashley Cole and former Guyana coach Michael Johnson are part of the Under-21 coaching staff, along with Joleon Lescott.
Jason Euell, Marcus Bignot, Omer Riza and Matthew Thorpe have all been involved with the England youth teams.
