Former Zambia and Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Enock Mwepu has landed his first coaching job with the development side at the club.
He was on Friday announced as the new head coach of the Under-9s. He will start the job in January 2023.
The 24-year-old was unlucky in his playing career after he was forced to retire back in October due to a hereditary heart condition.
Mwepu joined the Premier League outfit back in July 2021 from Red Bull Salzburg for a value of around £18m. He went on to make 27 appearances in all competitions. He found the back of the net three times.
Mwepu took it to social media to celebrate his new adventure. Fans also reacted, wishing the former Zambian footballer all the best of luck in his new job after the hardships he faced in the past months.
“God’s plan and timing is always perfect. Ending the year with Joy. I belong to CHRIST JESUS,” Mwepu posted on his Twitter account.
BRIGHTON AND HOVE ALBION ANNOUNCEMENT
“We are delighted to announce that Enock Mwepu will take up the role of under-9s coach in our academy in the New Year,” the club posted on their official website.
“We were very keen to help Enock with the next stage of his career. We’re delighted he’s taken us up on the offer to join our academy coaching staff after an incredibly difficult time.
“We’re thrilled Enock will continue to be part of our club. We believe Enock has a huge amount of potential as a coach. We want to give him the opportunity to flourish in this role,” said Barber.
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