David Moyes believes skipper Phil Neville has the qualities to make it as a top-class coach.
The Everton boss has paid tribute to the captain, whose infuential performances have contributed greatly to the Blues' excellent run of form in recent weeks.
His personal form, coupled with his excellent leadership skills, have made Moyes confident a career in management is certainly in reach for Neville in the future, and even a place on the coaching staff at Everton.
"I think that Phil Neville has all the attributes to go on and be a top coach,” said Moyes. “I know that top players – and he’s definitely one of those – sometimes don’t make managers, but he has all the qualities required.
“I don’t think you can underestimate the influence he has had on the run we’ve had, and the influence he has on the squad.
“What he does often goes unnoticed, but he has played a major, major part in what we have achieved, because he shows the rest of the players what has been required.
“He’s been at a club that has won things, and he knows what it takes to do that. He is a professional in everything he does, and he makes sure we do it the right way.
“He knows more than anything that you get nothing for a pat on the back in February. To win something you have to keep your consistency right through to May, and he works hard on getting that through to the squad.
“I can see him being a coach at Everton when he finishes. He’s got plenty of years playing left in him, because he has always looked after himself, but he could become a coach here.
“He’s already doing his coaching badges this year, and that’s a good sign. He has the knowledge, the experience and the right approach, and he has the right attitude and commitment required to stay involved in football.”
