Kerala Blasters FC has officially appointed Hasney Aljofree as their new assistant coach for the upcoming 2026-27 Indian Super League campaign. This key addition to the coaching staff continues a complete operational overhaul following the Al Fursan consortium takeover and aligns with the management’s push to build an elite ecosystem under head coach Ashley Westwood. Aljofree joins the Blasters’ backroom staff as an assistant manager alongside Peter Hartley, structuring a formidable, highly experienced British coaching core to lead the squad’s tactical preparations.
As a coach, Aljofree brings a world-class reputation for player development. He famously spent years as a technical and academy coach inside the Manchester United Academy, where he honed his skills in nurturing young talent and instilling tactical discipline. Aljofree recently concluded a major international tenure as the Head of Coach Education and Development for the Football Association of Singapore. Holding a UEFA A Licence, his expertise lies heavily in high-performance structure, tactical discipline, and drilling youthful setups, making him an ideal fit for a club looking to build a sustainable and competitive squad.
Before moving into elite coaching and educator roles for the English FA and PFA, Aljofree enjoyed a robust 16-year professional playing career as a defender across the English Premier League, EFL Championship, and Scottish Premiership. He turned out for clubs like Bolton Wanderers, Dundee United, and Oldham Athletic, gaining invaluable experience at the highest levels of the game. This playing pedigree, combined with his coaching credentials, provides him with a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed on the pitch and how to translate that knowledge into effective coaching.
The appointment of Hasney Aljofree reflects Kerala Blasters’ commitment to building a world-class support structure around Ashley Westwood. With a British coaching core that includes Westwood, Hartley, and now Aljofree, the club is assembling a team with diverse expertise and a shared vision for success. As the pre-season preparations continue and the 2026-27 ISL season approaches, the Blasters are positioning themselves as a club with serious ambitions and the infrastructure to match.
