Barnsley FC legend and ex-Leeds United and Rotherham United boss Neil Redfearn secures return to management
Barnsley legend and former Leeds United boss Neil Redfearn has secured a return to management.
A familiar face across Yorkshire, Redfearn achieved hero status at Oakwell as a player.
He also represented Doncaster Rovers, Bradford City and Bradford (Park Avenue), as well as the now-defunct Halifax Town and Scarborough.
He then entered the world of coaching and has managed the likes of Leeds, Rotherham United, Doncaster Rovers Belles and Sheffield United Women.
New role for Neil Redfearn
After spending less than a month in charge of Farsley Celtic last year, Redfearn has bounced back into management with Durham Women.
He will oversee the final six games of the Women's Super League 2 season, with his predecessor Adam Furness moving into a new role within the club.
A club statement read: “Durham Women can confirm that internal changes have been made within the first-team coaching structure.
“Following a two-year spell as Head Coach with the first team, Adam Furness will take on a new role within the club.
“Former Sheffield United Women and Liverpool FC Women head coach Neil Redfearn will lead the side for the remainder of the season.
“Neil will be supported by the club’s coaching, medical and performance staff over the final six games of the campaign.”
Neil Redfearn’s pedigree
Redfearn will add a wealth of experience to the club and is no stranger to the women’s game. He has previously enjoyed success in Women’s Super League 2, having led Doncaster Rovers Belles to the title in 2018.
The 60-year-old also has a penchant for nurturing young talent. While head of the academy at Leeds, he helped blood the likes of Sam Byram, Charlie Taylor, Lewis Cook and Alex Mowatt.
All have enjoyed impressive careers and Byram is now back at Elland Road as a senior figure in Daniel Farke’s squad.