Steven Caulker making waves in new coaching role

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Image Credits: Imago ImagesFormer Liverpool defender Steven Caulker announced his retirement from football last year. Caulker had a brief spell at Liverpool, joining on loan from Queens Park Rangers in January 2016.He made his debut as a substitute against Arsenal at Anfield and went on to make three further appearances under Jurgen Klopp.“It’s been a rollercoaster, to say the least.

Today, I am very grateful for having experienced both sides of the coin, as it has helped me grow as a person,” he said of hanging up his boots.“I would like to take this moment to thank everybody who has supported me along the way: family, friends, coaches and fans. “I look forward to now focusing full-time on my coaching and using all my experiences to help guide the next generation.”Caulker has already started a new chapter in his football career after being appointed assistant coach of Turkish side Konyaspor back in February.“I’m happy to announce that I have joined Turkish Süper Lig side, Konyaspor Kulübü Derneği, as first-team assistant coach,” he said.

He revealed in an interview with Sky Sports that the coaching opportunity came unexpectedly through a friend.In 2025, Caulker joined Icelandic side Stjarnan, where he combined playing duties with a role as assistant coach, marking his transition from on-pitch leadership to the technical bench.Caulker, alongside head coach İlhan Palut are preparing Konyaspor for their Turkish Cup quarter-final clash against Fenerbahçe on Tuesday night.Konyaspor currently sit ninth in the Super Lig with 37 points from 30 matches this term. Last season, Konyaspor finished 11th with 46 points from 36 matches, recording 13 wins, seven draws, and 16 defeats.Caulker obtained his UEFA A coaching licence last year, 18 months after securing his B licence.