Everton have lost U18 assistant coach Phil Jevons.

Jevons has left the club to join Sunderland as first-team coach.

A statement on the club's website read: "Everton Under-18 assistant manager Phil Jevons has left the Club to join Sunderland as first-team coach.

"Jevons had four years as Everton Under-16 head coach before switching to his Under-18 position in advance of the current season.

"A graduate of Everton's Academy, Jevons made nine senior appearances following a debut in March 1999, and played for a number Football League clubs, including Grimsby Town, Yeovil Town and Bristol City.

"Everyone at Everton thanks Phil for his hard work and dedication and wishes him every success in his new post."