Ashley Cole interviewed for first EFL job but faces competition from Championship coach

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Ashley Cole has been interviewed by League One Bromley over their vacant manager role.Bromley sacked Andy Woodman with the club 22nd in the third tier of English football.Ashley Cole spent eight games in Serie B last season – before leaving in the summerGettyThe Ravens have enjoyed a meteoric rise up the pyramid over the last three seasons.Following promotion from the National League in 2024, they finished top of League Two last season.Ashley Cole to Bromley?talkSPORT understands Chelsea and England legend Cole was interviewed by Bromley on Tuesday.He is believed to have competition from Blackburn assistant manager Mike Dodds.This would represent Cole’s first managerial role in England.The 45-year-old had an eight–game spell in charge of Serie B Cesana last season.Since retiring, Cole has held coaching roles at Derby, Chelsea, Everton and Birmingham.He has also been part of the coaching staff with the England Under-21s and senior squad.Speaking to The Guardian after being hired by Cesana, Cole said: “I really appreciate the opportunity I’ve been given.“While it is true this is my first head coaching role, the body of work I’ve done over my seven years on the grass [as a coach] means there is nothing more I could do to prepare. Cole won three Premier League titles as a playerGetty“The hours I’ve put in, the experiences I’ve had, and the managers and coaches I’ve worked under have guided me to a place where I feel ready and that I should be a head coach. “I am definitely thankful to Cesena for the opportunity, but I have more than enough experience.” Ashley Cole’s careerCole is widely considered as one of the best left-backs of his generation.He won Premier League titles with Arsenal and Chelsea, before finishing his career with Roma, LA Galaxy and Derby.Cole also won 107 caps for England.He retired in 2019 and moved into coaching with then manager Frank Lampard.Bromley sack WoodmanThe Ravens have won just two of their opening fixtures, losing six straight in all competitions since beating Huddersfield on September 19.Owner and Chairman Robin Stanton-Gleaves said: “I would firstly like to offer my sincere thanks to Andy for all he has achieved during his time with us. Woodman had been in charge of Bromley since March 2021Getty“It’s no surprise that this club has reached new heights and Andy has been fundamental in helping us achieve that.“I would like to reassure our supporters that we will be entering this new chapter with the same ambition and determination to keep moving this football club forward.“On a personal note, Andy has been a pleasure to work with, and I wish him all the best for the future.” Former player Byron Webster will be taking charge on an interim basis while the club appoint a permanent replacement.Predict 6: Win £50k For FreeEnter our weekly prediction game to win £50kIt’s free to enter and all you have to do is pick 2 match winners, 2 correct scores, and the scorecast for the featured game (correct score plus first goalscorer) from this week’s Premier League action.Get all 6 right and the jackpot is yours!Make your weeks predictions here and beat our pundits.