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# Phil Jones using Blackburn Rovers experience after Sheffield United drama

- **Source:** 
- **Published:** 16 Jul
- **Club:** Blackburn Rovers
- **Original URL:** https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/26284528.jones-using-blackburn-rovers-experience-sheffield-united/?ref=rss

Phil Jones admitted his Blackburn Rovers experiences have helped him in his early days at Sheffield United.

Jones has joined the Blades' backroom staff after his stint at Ewood Park and has immediately faced challenges.

Sheffield United's co-owners’ company have been hit with a winding-up petition over alleged unpaid debts for the purchase of the club, making it an uncertain time for Chris Wilder's men.

Having experienced ownership dissatisfaction at Rovers and also at Manchester United with the Glazer family, it's something Jones admitted he's well versed with.

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“No, I'm very well aware of the situations and problems that arise within football clubs and how people deal with it, and so on and so on,” Jones admitted to The Star.

“So, look, it happens in every single football club. So it’s no surprise. But the club will deal with everything in good order, and do things properly and right, as they should do.”

Jones is set for his first full pre-season as a senior coach and is currently in Spain with Sheffield United. He believes it will be an important period for him to bond with the squad and other coaches.

“I'm looking forward to maybe understanding the players individually a bit more and having a bit more time with them,” said Jones.

“Off the pitch as well, because I think that's important. There are a lot of messages that go on the pitch, but off the pitch, how the players are and getting to know them more and understanding them a bit better, for me as a coach, is valuable as well.

“We’re working hard and looking forward to the next game. The message has been the same to the lads - that, pre-season game or not, you go out on the pitch and you look to win the game of football, first and foremost."