03-07-2023, 18:59
Plymouth Argyle have signed defender Lewis Gibson following his departure from Premier League side Everton.
The 22-year-old began his career in Newcastle's academy before joining the Toffees aged 17, although he did not make a first-team appearance for them.
The centre-back has had spells on loan at Fleetwood, Reading and Sheffield Wednesday, and spent last season on loan at Bristol Rovers.
He made 33 appearances for Joey Barton's side, scoring one goal.
"We are signing a ball-playing central defender who has his best years ahead of him and has so much room for development," Plymouth manager Steven Schumacher said.
"Left-sided defenders are also hard to come by, especially of Lewis' quality, and we beat off a number of clubs trying to clinch his services."
Plymouth Argyle have appointed Manchester City academy coach Peter Cavanagh as a first-team coach.
The 41-year-old, who has coached at the academies of both Everton and Liverpool, played more than 300 games across the EFL and National League.
He was named lead foundation coach at Manchester City in January 2022.
"We have been aware of his capabilities for some time and thrilled that he has decided to join us," said Plymouth Argyle manager Steven Schumacher.
"He has already made a considerable impression on the group and his coaching philosophies align with the staff we already have in place at the club."
Director of football Neil Dewsnip added: "He fits the mould of coach we like to have and joins the club from an excellent coaching pedigree.
"I have been aware of his journey for a number of years from Everton to Manchester City and he is an extremely sought-after coach.
"His main roles will be to develop an individual development programme for all of the first-team players to help them grow and improve, which is a key philosophy of the club."
The 22-year-old began his career in Newcastle's academy before joining the Toffees aged 17, although he did not make a first-team appearance for them.
The centre-back has had spells on loan at Fleetwood, Reading and Sheffield Wednesday, and spent last season on loan at Bristol Rovers.
He made 33 appearances for Joey Barton's side, scoring one goal.
"We are signing a ball-playing central defender who has his best years ahead of him and has so much room for development," Plymouth manager Steven Schumacher said.
"Left-sided defenders are also hard to come by, especially of Lewis' quality, and we beat off a number of clubs trying to clinch his services."
Plymouth Argyle have appointed Manchester City academy coach Peter Cavanagh as a first-team coach.
The 41-year-old, who has coached at the academies of both Everton and Liverpool, played more than 300 games across the EFL and National League.
He was named lead foundation coach at Manchester City in January 2022.
"We have been aware of his capabilities for some time and thrilled that he has decided to join us," said Plymouth Argyle manager Steven Schumacher.
"He has already made a considerable impression on the group and his coaching philosophies align with the staff we already have in place at the club."
Director of football Neil Dewsnip added: "He fits the mould of coach we like to have and joins the club from an excellent coaching pedigree.
"I have been aware of his journey for a number of years from Everton to Manchester City and he is an extremely sought-after coach.
"His main roles will be to develop an individual development programme for all of the first-team players to help them grow and improve, which is a key philosophy of the club."
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