Danny Simpson on moving to Dubai, his role at Arabian Falcons, and the influence of Alex Ferguson
Danny Simpson has spent his career learning from the brightest minds in English football. Now, four weeks into a new life in Dubai, the former Manchester United academy graduate is trying to turn those lessons into a coaching philosophy of his own. From Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford to Claudio Ranieri and Craig Shakespeare at Leicester City , Simpson has worked under managers who shaped his ideas…
Danny Simpson, a former Manchester United academy graduate, has moved to Dubai to pursue his coaching career with Arabian Falcons. Over his illustrious football career, Simpson has worked under renowned managers such as Alex Ferguson, Claudio Ranieri, and Craig Shakespeare, who have shaped his ideas about standards and leadership.
At 39, Simpson is now at the beginning of his own coaching journey. He explains that moving to Dubai was two years in the making, as he wanted a routine and something to do upon his arrival in the country. Simpson's hybrid role involves training with the players and being part of the coaching staff, with the team's primary goal being to secure promotion.
Simpson is heavily influenced by Sir Alex Ferguson, who prioritized human connection and understanding, while also valuing the insights of Ranieri, who focused on enhancing players' skills. Simpson's ultimate aspiration is to emulate Shakespeare, Ranieri's assistant during their Premier League-winning season, who emphasized the human side of coaching and supported players off the pitch.
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