Charlie Adam has been appointed as Everton’s new set-piece coach, joining the club just a month after his brief spell as Fleetwood Town manager. His tenure at the League Two side ended on December 22, after securing just 14 wins in 49 matches.
Meanwhile, Alan Irvine has also returned to work alongside David Moyes for the third time, resuming his role as assistant manager. Adam, a former Scotland international, rose to prominence during Blackpool’s remarkable 2010-11 Premier League campaign, where he captained Ian Holloway’s side and nearly led them to safety in their only top-flight season. His exceptional set-piece ability earned him a move to Liverpool in 2011 following Blackpool’s relegation. However, his time at Anfield was short-lived, making just 37 appearances before transferring to Stoke City, where he established himself as a key player over seven seasons.
He remained with the club even after their relegation to the Championship in 2018, later having stints with Reading and Dundee before retiring in 2022.
Now, Adam takes on a new challenge as part of Everton’s coaching staff, joining a team currently sitting 16th in the Premier League, just seven points above the relegation zone. His expertise in set-piece situations is expected to be a valuable asset, an area in which he excelled as a player. Moyes expressed confidence in Adam’s ability to improve this aspect of Everton’s game, emphasizing that his experience and skill set make him a strong addition to the coaching team.
In a club statement, Moyes acknowledged that he had multiple discussions with Adam before finalizing the appointment and believes the former midfielder can make a meaningful impact. Adam will be in the dugout when Everton hosts his former club Liverpool at Goodison Park for their final home fixture against their Merseyside rivals next month. His arrival brings a fresh perspective to Everton’s tactical approach, and fans will be eager to see whether his influence can help the club climb the table and secure their Premier League status.
