Since taking over United’s academy in 2019, Cox has been integral in producing talent like Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo. Now, Everton are positioning him to lead their football department under chief executive Angus Kinnear, taking the leap from elite youth development into first-team strategy and operations.

Manchester United director of academy Nick Cox is to become Everton's technical director. Cox's departure from Old Trafford is said to be amicable and the 47-year-old will remain at the club to ensure a smooth transition.