Steve Holland has taken on his first role since leaving England alongside Gareth Southgate, becoming the permanent replacement for former Liverpool hero Harry Kewell.
Holland worked with Southgate for 11 years as his trusted assistant manager, having initially linked up with the U21s before joining the senior side in 2016.
Although he was part of arguably England's most successful team for a long time, his tenure also saw a point of alleged controversy with Ben White surrounding the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
White left camp midway through the tournament for personal reasons, and it is widely believed that his departure was the result of a falling out with Gareth Southgate's assistant coach Steve Holland.
The Gunners star has not played for England since after refusing to be considered for the squad for Euro 2024 this summer, although Thomas Tuchel has revealed he will call up the full back over a possible return.
However, Holland have returned to management five months after leaving the Three Lions and will take charge of Japanese side Yokohama F. Marinos in the J1 League.
“I am looking forward to going to Japan, a beautiful country, and it is an honor to work in Asia's best league, the J1 League,” he said in a statement.
'It is also an honor to take charge as manager of Yokohama F. Marinos in a fantastic environment, surrounded by a passionate stadium and the enthusiasm of the fans and supporters who create a great atmosphere.
'Yokohama F. Marinos is a prestigious club that has been around since the launch of the J.League in 1993 and has won five league titles to date.
'I have heard that the club has great support both at home and away. Our challenge is to win the title again. We play aggressive attacking football.
“We will build a team that can compete for the title with consistency and high competitiveness.
“The players and staff will work together to create a team that our fans, supporters, partners and the people of Yokohama, Yokosuka and Yamato can be proud of. I look forward to seeing you all there.”
The Japanese side finished mid-table in the J1 League for the 2024 season, finishing ninth with 52 points, some 20 fewer than Vissel Kobe, and have not won the top flight since 2022, although they did win the Super Cup last season won.
Kewell started the season as manager but left in July, with Maltese coach John Hutchinson taking over until the end of the campaign.
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