London's "Chelsea" announced that Claude Makelele, who spent five years at the club, is returning.
The 46-year-old Frenchman, who has been coaching Belgian team "Eupen" for the past two years, will help young footballers at "Chelsea" club. He will take on the role of technical advisor.
C. Makelele will observe the academy players' performances and help them develop as footballers.
The famous Frenchman, who is now compared to N'Golo Kante, defended the honor of the "Chelsea" club from 2003 to 2008.
Within the ranks of the "Blues," he played a total of 217 matches and became an English champion twice.