Overview
- Cedena confirmed the appointment on March 15 in an official club statement.
- Cole’s contract runs to June 30, 2026, with renewal contingent on meeting specified conditions.
- The club sits eighth in Serie B after dismissing Michele Mignani, leaving a difficult promotion path via the play-offs.
- Cesena announced Cole’s staff: Jack Mesure as assistant, Giorgio D’Urbano as fitness coach, Paolo Stringara and Nicola Capellini as technical assistants, and Federico Agliardi as goalkeeping coach.
- The former Arsenal and Chelsea defender steps up after coaching roles with Chelsea, Everton, Derby, Birmingham and England’s youth and senior setups, bringing extensive experience to his first top job.