Manchester City have officially confirmed the permanent appointment of Kolo Toure to Pep Guardiola’s backroom staff ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season.
The club announced the decision via their official website on Tuesday afternoon, stating that Toure will now continue in his role as a first-team assistant coach on a full-time basis.
The 44-year-old Ivorian had temporarily joined Guardiola’s technical team during City’s FIFA Club World Cup campaign earlier this year and impressed during his stint.
A former defender who represented Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City during a decorated playing career, Toure previously served as Assistant Lead Coach with City’s Under-18 side last season.
Working alongside Lead Coach Oliver Reiss, he helped guide the youth team to the Premier League Under-18 North title.
His elevation to the senior coaching staff marks a significant step in his managerial journey as City gear up for another competitive campaign.