Phil Jones is among a group of former Premier League stars graduating from the PFA School of Business, which ensures a diploma in sporting.
The former Manchester United defender, who retired last year at the age of 32, was presented with his diploma at a ceremony this week. When you share photos on Instagram in his cap and outfit, Jones gave an understanding of the next step in his career.
“Global Sports Directors course made @thepfabusiness,” He wrote-“Build on my coaching badges and the current pro license as the trip continues …”
Congratulations quickly poured from former United and England teammates including Antonio Valencia and Kyle Walker, as well as Benni McCarthy and Sam Allardyce-the manager who first gave him his professional advancement at Blackburn Rovers.
Jones was not the only familiar name among the graduating class.
Former Newcastle and Norwich goalkeeper Tim Krul and West Brom Stalwart Kyle Bartley also earned diplomas in a sports directorate, while Premier League winner Danny Simpson ended a diploma in football psychology, emotional intelligence and leadership.
There were also current stars: Yoane warned Newcastle and the fifth time Premier League champion Ilkay Gündogan were both part of the last consumption.
As for Jones, with Manchester United in a deep crisis on and off the pitch, some fans will be wondering if a future role back at Old Trafford may only be on the horizon.
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2025-09-19 23:05:00