Jones leaves coaching role at Blackburn

Phil Jones started his playing career at Ewood Park [Getty Images]Phil Jones has left Blackburn Rovers to pursue "another opportunity" away from Ewood Park.The former Rovers defender, who played for the club between 2002 and 2011, returned in February to be part of Michael O'Neill's coaching staff.The 34-year-old has been linked with Sheffield United where Chris Wilder is revamping his backroom staff."We are naturally disappointed to see him leave [but] we respect his decision to continue develo