How is ex-Millwall FC manager Joe Edwards getting on these days?

Following his sacking from Millwall in February 2024, how is former Lions boss Joe Edwards getting on these days?

Edwards was appointed Millwall manager in November 2023 as Gary Rowett’s successor at The Den, but it certainly didn’t go to plan in the three months he was in charge of the South-East London outfit.

After 19 games at the helm, Edwards departed after a string of poor results, which left the Lions one point above the relegation zone, giving the fans mixed reactions.

The 37-year-old joined the club after brilliant success at Chelsea and Everton as a coach, and also managed the England U20 side in 2023.

Much was expected of Edwards, but the up-and-coming manager never quite hit the ground running at The Den, only securing four wins in his time in the Championship.

After eight months since his departure from Millwall, where does Edwards find himself now?

How is ex-Millwall FC manager Joe Edwards getting on these days?

To the best of our knowledge, Edwards is still looking for work after leaving the Lions.

Edwards, who may have been unfairly assessed after just three months, is undoubtedly trying to regain his footing in a managerial role.

In July 2024, Edwards, who has ties to Chelsea, was connected to a move to Strasbourg, a French team that is owned by Blues owner Todd Boehly through their affiliation with the BlueCo consortium.

Following his time at Chelsea, Edwards’ name garnered notice, and this followed the announcement that former Arsenal great Patrick Vieira had been fired from his position as manager.

According to reports, the Chelsea owners were considering hiring a young English strategist as their sister club’s coach. Although some Millwall supporters might disagree, Edwards’ strong portfolio at renowned venues is undeniable.

However, the move for Edwards never materialized for whatever reason, and it is unclear why or what the young manager is doing at the moment.

Like many English coaches like Frank Lampard, who is still unemployed as a manager, the experience at Millwall would have made him reconsider management once more. Edwards, who is currently doing the same, just so happened to work under the Chelsea legend.

It’s also possible that Edwards is holding out for the ideal moment to present itself, either in England or overseas.

Edwards can find his feet in management with experience

You can’t argue with Edwards’ experience at football clubs behind the scenes, but after his tenure with Millwall, improvement is clearly needed in his managerial department.

Many say he was harshly sacked due to not having enough time to get his ideas across, and his system required patience, especially considering he’s a young manager.

It was a bold move for the Lions to go in for someone like Edwards in the first instance, who hadn’t managed a club in the EFL before.

Experience abroad could help him build himself back up and come back to the EFL one day. Whether he’s waiting for the right opportunity or not, a young manager like Edwards deserves time and patience to succeed.

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