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Everton can confirm that Duncan Ferguson has left his role as First-Team Assistant Manager to pursue his managerial ambition. An incredibly difficult one but I need to move on, to take that next step in my career and look for that new challenge. "The relationship weve had over the years has been special. Lampard described Ferguson as an Everton legend, who the players respect, the club respects and the fans respect. Weve got a strong bond. The transfer had previously been close to collapse as he sought a 1 million "loyalty payment" from Newcastle for not personally asking for a transfer; he had made the same amount of money from Everton when he transferred in 1998 on the same basis. [29], On 17 August 2000, Ferguson moved back to Everton for a fee of 3.75 million. The 50-year-old reverted to assistant manager after the appointment of Frank Lampard in January. 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Following the dismissal of Everton manager Marco Silva in December 2019, he was named as the team's caretaker manager until Silva's replacement Carlo Ancelotti was appointed manager a few weeks later, at which point Ferguson was made assistant manager. "It was difficult last season but this club is definitely heading in the right direction. Theyve been incredible to me since I came in 94. My kids have got season tickets and Ill be looking forward to coming back., Everton delighted after signing James Tarkowski on free transfer, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. 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On 7 May 2006, against West Bromwich Albion at Goodison Park, Ferguson was named captain in the game that marked the end of his Everton career. Unsworth also left in order to follow management dreams. The Club has been fantastic with me. After his playing career ended he then returned to the Blues to coach in the academy and in 2014, after working as Under-18s assistant manager and gaining his UEFA Pro coaching licence, was promoted to a position with the first team. He went on to score 73 goals in 273 appearances across two spells. The final result was a 31 victory to Newcastle. Theyve supported me all the way through my journey. His first game in the role was a home game against West Ham United on 1 March 2014. Being a caretaker manager has given me confidence to step into management. [44], Having spent five years in Mallorca following his retirement from playing, Ferguson contacted his former manager at Everton, David Moyes. Thanks for everything Dunc. The team is in good hands with Frank as manager. [16], Of Ferguson's time at Rangers, one of his strike partners Mark Hateley said: "Duncan was a really good player, but I think he came to Rangers a couple of years too early. The Club legend, inducted as an Everton Giant in 2011 after two memorable stints as a player at Goodison Park - in which he captained the side under three different managers -returned to the Blues to coach in the Academy that same year and in 2014, after working as Under-18s Assistant Manager and gaining his UEFA Pro coaching licence, was promoted to a position with the First Team. And then theres people like our CEO Denise [Barrett-Baxendale] who has been fantastic. Youve got the chairman who has supported me as a player and as a coach. He scored six league goals, including two in a 50 home win over Southampton on 16 January 2000. Its a fantastic club," he added. He was named caretaker manager of Everton on two occasions following the dismissals of Marco Silva in 2019 and Rafael Benitez earlier this year, having served as the club's assistant boss since the appointment of Carlo Ancelotti in December 2019. His 192 minutes of play in 200203 as a goalless substitute cost the club 9,000 per minute. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. He probably found that a bit difficult. [56] The second man managed to flee but was eventually caught. In 2001, two burglars broke into Ferguson's home in Rufford, Lancashire. READ MORE: Five things spotted in Everton's first day of training as defender returns earlier than expected, READ MORE: Everton debate: Three options emerge as Frank Lampard plots to replace Richarlison. [54] He oversaw one game as caretaker, a 10 home loss to Aston Villa, before Frank Lampard was appointed as the new manager.[55]. Being a caretaker manager has given me confidence to step into management. [30][31] Two days after signing, he played his first game in a 20 loss at Leeds United, coming on for Stephen Hughes after 56 minutes. You can unsubscribe at any time. He was a boisterous young lad who wanted to play all the time. Striker considers appealing against his 12-game ban", "Scottish Football: Rangers count cost of McCoist injury", "MARK HATELEY | Open Goal Meets Former Rangers, England, AC Milan & Monaco Striker", "Football: Everton loan for Ferguson and Durrant", "Football: Shearer strikes to deny Spurs", "Where are they now? Ferguson added: It was difficult last season but this club is definitely heading in the right direction. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. ", While someone else commented: "If Duncan had any ambition to be a manager, which he clearly did, its a decision he had to make. The relationship weve had over the years has been special. Ill be there as a supporter. [11] Referee Kenny Clark did not see the incident, but Ferguson was subsequently charged and found guilty of assault. And, of course, theres the fans. [39], Ferguson made his first full international appearance for Scotland on 17 May 1992, in a 10 win over the United States in Denver. Theyve been incredible to me since I came in 94. Ferguson was sold to Newcastle United for a fee of 8 million in November 1998. The club has been fantastic with me. Hes been first class and he wanted me to stay on. A formidable striker, Ferguson came to Everton from Rangers in 1994 and rapidly gained hero-status, powering in his first goal in a Merseyside derby victory at Goodison Park. Ferguson scored 73 goals in 273 Everton appearances that spanned 10 years, across two spells. Being a caretaker manager has given me confidence to step into management. And, of course, theres the fans. Dundee United signed him as a schoolboy and he went on to win the BP Youth Cup in 1990. Theres also the new stadium on the horizon which is going to be unbelievable for the Club. Being a caretaker manager has given me confidence to step into management. The relationship weve had over the years has been special. Ferguson has pledged his support to the "Keep Everton in Our City" campaign, saying: During my time at Everton, Goodison Park came to feel like a second home, with the supporters of the club, and the people of the city becoming a second family to me. An incredibly difficult one but I need to move on, to take that next step in my career and look for that new challenge. And then theres people like our CEO Denise [Barrett-Baxendale] who has been fantastic. Theyre massive Evertonians. In February 2014 Ferguson was promoted to the first team coaching staff at Everton. Born in Stirling,[1] Ferguson played for the juvenile side Carse Thistle. The team is in good hands with Frank as manager. He spent the remainder of his career in England, moving to Everton in 1994 before a stint with Newcastle United between 1998 and 2000, after which he returned to Everton where he retired in 2006. [40] He withdrew from UEFA Euro 1996 in England due to surgery on a recurring hernia. He returned to the club as an academy coach in 2011 and was promoted to a position with the first team three years later. The 50-year-old is a legend at Goodison Park, making 273 appearances for the club during two spells on Merseyside. He became caretaker manager again in January 2022. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Eight of those red cards were in the English Premier League, where he holds the joint record for dismissals alongside Patrick Vieira and Richard Dunne. Theyre massive Evertonians. Duncan Ferguson stood in as caretaker manager of Everton for a second time following the sacking of Rafael Bentez last season. [14], Ferguson scored a last-minute winner against Motherwell, from a Brian Laudrup pass in the first game of the season. [12] As it was his third conviction for assault, in addition to two other convictions, he received a three-month prison sentence in October 1995. Forever indebted," wrote one. [45], Initially Ferguson was a voluntary worker at the academy, working for Alan Irvine, a former mentor of his from his playing career. They know how much they mean to me. Ill be there as a supporter. [25], In 19992000, Ferguson scored in three rounds of the FA Cup as Newcastle beat Tottenham 61,[26] Sheffield United 41[27] and Tranmere Rovers 32,[28] before a semi-final elimination by Chelsea. Something went wrong, please try again later. [3] At the start of 1999, Ferguson suffered a hernia injury, meaning that he played only seven times in the 199899 season. Weve got a strong bond. If you were to take Everton out of the city, I firmly believe the club could no longer call itself the "People's Club" and I give my whole-hearted support to the campaign to keep Everton in the city. [9], The following season saw him become a first team regular, with 41 appearances and 16 goals he became the club's top scorer. Theyre massive Evertonians. [23], After bringing Ferguson to Newcastle, manager Ruud Gullit was rewarded when Ferguson scored twice on his debut against Wimbledon in the Premier League. Theyve supported me all the way through my journey. He remained an instrumental figure on the backroom teams of subsequent managers and was described by Frank Lampard as an Everton legend, who the players respect, the Club respects and the fans respect. His 90th-minute penalty kick was saved by Tomasz Kuszczak, but he subsequently scored from the rebound, netting his final goal for the club. "[17], In October 1994, Everton were struggling under the management of Mike Walker and looking for options to reinvigorate their faltering season. Ferguson told evertontv: Its been a massive decision for me. On 28 December 1997, Ferguson scored a hat-trick against Bolton Wanderers in a 32 victory, the first time that a trio of headers had been scored in the Premier League. Its a fantastic club. Theyve been incredible to me since I came in 94. [48] In May 2012, he returned to Largs to achieve a UEFA A licence and in January 2013 he enrolled on a further course and is working towards a UEFA Pro Licence. The solution enacted was to take two Rangers players on a loan deal, Ian Durrant for one month and Ferguson for three. I cant speak highly enough of Frank. His confrontation with Paul Scharner and subsequent fracas with Pascal Chimbonda resulted in a seven-match ban and saw his Premier League redcard count reach eight, equalling Patrick Vieira's record. Duncan Ferguson has left his role at Everton Football Club, New era, new Blues? The burglar was hospitalised and later alleged that Ferguson had assaulted him, but this was dismissed by police.[56][57]. Hes been amazing with me, so I would like to thank him. Ferguson is the latest big name to exit Finch Farm this year, with former player David Unsworth leaving his academy role in April. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. An incredibly difficult one but I need to move on, to take that next step in my career and look for that new challenge. My kids have got Season Tickets and Ill be looking forward to coming back.. Duncan Ferguson has left his role as Everton's first-team assistant manager. Theres also the new stadium on the horizon which is going to be unbelievable for the club. This club is definitely heading in the right direction, he said. Theyve been incredible to me since I came in 94. Ill always love them.. Ill be there as a supporter. The accusation was dismissed by the Football Association, who found insufficient evidence. Ferguson wrote a two-page goodbye letter in the club magazine to fans, stating his sadness at leaving and that he would never forget them. Speaking to Everton TV, Ferguson said: Its been a massive decision for me. [46] Although Ferguson remains disappointed with the Scottish FA for what he sees as a lack of support following his sentencing in 1995,[47] he enrolled on a nine-day Scottish FA organised coaching course in Largs, Scotland to earn a UEFA B-Licence. Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below. I cant speak highly enough of Frank. Being a caretaker manager has given me confidence to step into management.. It really is a caring club with some proper people in it. [32] On 23 August, on his return to Goodison Park, he scored twice in a 30 win over Charlton Athletic after coming on for Mark Hughes in the 67th minute. Ferguson had two spells as caretaker manager at Goodison Park, I need to move on to take that next step in my career. Ferguson made 273 appearances for the club across two spells from 1994 to 2006. Hes been first class and he wanted me to stay on. A third person added: "I love Big Dunc, my Everton idol but its the right decision. An incredibly difficult one but I need to move on, to take that next step in my career and look for that new challenge. And then theres people like our CEO Denise [Barrett-Baxendale] who has been fantastic. And then theres people like our CEO Denise [Barrett-Baxendale] who has been fantastic. 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[62], "Premier League is 25 years old: Facts and figures behind the first quarter-century", "Newcastle hero Ferdinand: Carroll just like big Dunc", "The ten best self-destructive sports stars", "From infamy to Hall of Fame, Jock McStay finds peace", "SFA beaks deliver their verdict on Ferguson. [51] In his first game in charge two days later, Everton beat Chelsea 31 to lift themselves out of the relegation zone. Hes been amazing with me, so I would like to thank him. Ferguson asked if he could work with the Everton academy students at Finch Farm. [4], Ferguson's aggressive style of play resulted in a career total of nine red cards, as well as a three-month prison sentence following an on-field assault of Raith Rovers' John McStay in 1994. [52] Following the appointment of Carlo Ancelotti as the new manager later that month, Ferguson was made assistant manager, a role he retained under Rafael Bentez who joined the club following Ancelotti's departure to Real Madrid in June 2021. "Theres also the new stadium on the horizon which is going to be unbelievable for the Club. And, of course, theres the fans. He will always be an Everton idol to thousands of blues. "The club has been fantastic with me. Announcing his decision, Ferguson told Evertontv: Its been a massive decision for me. [22] The deal was done to sell Ferguson by the Everton chairman, Peter Johnson, without the knowledge of Walter Smith. Ferguson was the caretaker manager of Everton in 2019 and 2022. Frank Lampard is thought to have been keen to retain the services of the former captain. "The club has been fantastic with me. Ferguson added: It was difficult last season but this club is definitely heading in the right direction. Hes a great man and a great young manager, Im sure hell do very well for Everton. [15] Four days later, Ferguson scored a hat-trick in a 61 win over Arbroath. In his leaving speech, Ferguson praised Frank Lampard and looked towards what he sees as a positive future for the club. "Absolutely gutted to see my all time hero leave @Everton. [40][42][43], Ferguson refused international selection after 1997, partly in protest against his treatment by the SFA after his conviction for assault on John McStay and in particular the imposition of a 12-game ban on top of his three-month prison sentence. Love you always.". Sign up for the EFC email bulletin for all the latest Everton news. Ferguson was promoted to the first team coaching staff at Everton in 2014. Theyve supported me all the way through my journey. He should be going out to build his own managerial profile. Duncan Cowan Ferguson (born 27 December 1971) is a Scottish former professional footballer who is first-team coach at Everton. The first of those in December 2019 saw Ferguson oversee a victory over Chelsea at Goodison and go unbeaten in further matches against Manchester United and Arsenal. Theyve supported me all the way through my journey. 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The fiery Scotsman returned to Merseyside in 2011 as a youth coach before being promoted to a first-team coach in 2014. [34], In August 2003, Jamie Jackson of The Guardian called Ferguson "arguably the biggest waste of money of all", citing his high transfer fees and wages compared to his injury record and age. They know how much they mean to me. The first incident led to a 100 fine for headbutting a policeman and a 25 fine for a Breach of the Peace,[58] while the second resulted in a 200 fine for punching and kicking a supporter on crutches. He scored 73 goals in 273 Everton appearances that spanned 10 years, winning the FA Cup in 1995. [33], On 1 April 2002, Ferguson was sent off after 20 minutes for elbowing Bolton Wanderers' Kostas Konstantinidis in an off-the-ball incident in a 31 win for a struggling Everton side. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. [20][21] Everton finished the season surviving relegation only on goal difference. He began his career at Dundee United in 1990, and moved to Rangers in 1993 for what was then a British transfer record fee. I cant speak highly enough of Frank. But Everton never leaves you. Ferguson's move to Everton was later made permanent by Walker's successor Joe Royle, and Ferguson played a key role in saving Everton from relegation, and also helping them win the 199495 FA Cup. During his career, Ferguson won the FA Cup with Everton in 1995. The club confirmed the departure of the Blues legend, reporting his decision was in order to pursue his managerial ambitions. Everton endured a difficult 2021-22 campaign but, after relegation was avoided in the final week of the season, Ferguson believes their future should be brighter. "It really is a caring club with some proper people in it. He told Everton TV: "Its been a massive decision for me. "The team is in good hands with Frank as manager. Theres also the new stadium on the horizon which is going to be unbelievable for the club.