Fernandez leaves Newcastle coaching role for Everton

Fitness and rehab coach, Cristian Fernandez, has left Newcastle United for Everton.

Linking up with Rafa Benitez after five years at Newcastle United, Fernandez was at Goodison Park for the 1-0 defeat by West Ham on Sunday, reports the Liverpool Echo.

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Sharing an image on social media of the players warming from the Main Stand, the Blues new recruit said: “New chapter…New Home.”

The former Northampton Town fitness coach was handed his chance in the Premier League by Benitez back in 2016 when the Spaniard took charge at St James’ Park.