John McDermott will take over as assistant technical director with the FA, leaving Jose Mourinho’sTottenham in need of a new head of academy coaching and player development.
He joined the north London club way back in 2005 having spent time as a national coach beforehand. He will now be supporting technical director Les Reed within the England set-up, and he will be responsible for the men's development teams up to Under-20 level, as well as being involved with Gareth Southgate and Aidy Boothroyd.
McDermott will leave a fine legacy at the club having overseen the development of Harry Kane, Ryan Mason, Andros Townsend, Harry Winks and Danny Rose among others.
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