Forest Green Rovers have appointed Richard Dryden as their new assistant manager. Dryden reunites with Mark Cooper after they worked together at Notts County.
Dryden is no stranger to the Gloucestershire side, having worked as the club’s chief scout in their promotion winning season.
Assistant Manager Role for Richard Dryden at Forest Green Rovers
Dryden Reunites With Manager Mark Cooper
Forest Green confirmed Dryden’s appointment as assistant manager via their website. Dryden returns to the club he helped secure promotion to the football league.
As well as returning to Forest Green, Dryden reunites with Mark Cooper. They worked together at Notts County and briefly at Indian Super League side, East Bengal.
Dryden is a vastly experienced head and certainly Mark Cooper is delighted to reunite with him.
What Was Said
Speaking about Dryden’s return, Mark Cooper said: “I’ve known Richard for a long time and we’ve worked together before so I know what he brings.”
“I can trust him; he’s a really good guy and I’m looking forward to working together again. He’s played at the top level as a centre-back and he can pass that experience on. Richard is also going to do some detailed work to make us more effective at set-pieces.”
Forest Green’s new assistant manager had a stellar playing career. Starting at Bristol Rovers, Dryden went on to play for the likes of Birmingham City, Notts County, Stoke City and Southampton.
He transitioned into coaching and made a name for himself in that sense. Dryden has been a coach at several times including Worcester City, Darlington and York City. He knows the club and is ready to help Forest Green’s promotion bid next season.
Speaking to the club’s website about his return, Dryden said: “I’ve known Mark (Cooper) a long time, I’ve played and worked with him at different clubs, so this is a perfect fit”
“I’m looking forward to coaching with him again and working with players, who have great ability and potential.”
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