Former England international Steve Sidwell has taken up a position as a youth development coach and ambassador for Brighton and Hove Albion.
35-year-old Sidwell retired from professional football at the end of last season.
During his playing career he represented the likes of Arsenal, Reading, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Stoke City and Aston Villa in addition to Brighton.
The former England under 21 international helped Brighton win promotion to the top-flight during the 2016-17 season.
However, he failed to make a single Premier League appearance for Chris Hughton’s team last season.
During his time with Reading, Sidwell was included in two Football League Championship PFA teams of the year during the 2004-05 season and 2005-06 season.