Pep Lijnders has joined Manchester City as Pep Guardiola's new assistant coach following his tenure at Liverpool. His time at Liverpool under Klopp was noteworthy, and he previously coached RB Salzburg before being dismissed. Additionally, James French, formerly Liverpool's first-team opposition analyst, joins the coaching team. Director of football Hugo Viana expressed satisfaction with these appointments, emphasizing their alignment with City’s values and their potential contributions ahead of the Club World Cup and the upcoming season.
We are all delighted that Pepijn and James have joined our senior coaching set-up. Their talent, application, work ethic and all-round commitment are totally aligned with the values that underpin how Pep wants football to be played.
Pepijn Lijnders has been appointed as assistant coach while James French joins as set-piece coach. Their experience will be critical as we prepare for the Club World Cup.
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