Millwall announce England boss and Frank Lampard’s former coach as their new manager to replace Gary Rowett

MILLWALL have named England Under-20s boss and ex-Chelsea coach Joe Edwards as manager – following Gary Rowett’s exit.

Ex-England Under-20 boss Edwards worked under Frank Lampard and Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge.

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Joe Edwards has been announced as Millwall chief as the Londoners sit 18th in the Championship after pushing for promotion last term[/caption]

Former Southampton and Luton chief Nathan Jones was heavily linked with the job at the Championship strugglers.

But the Lions have opted for 37-year-old Edwards – rated one of England’s top young coaches.

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