Max Porter Leaves Men’s Under-21s Role to Join Stoke City as Assistant Manager
Max Porter has departed his position as men’s under-21s head coach to take up a new challenge at Stoke City, where he will serve as Assistant Manager.
Porter’s move marks a significant step in his coaching career, as he transitions from youth development into senior football management. During his time with the under-21s, he played an important role in guiding and developing emerging talent, helping prepare young players for the demands of the professional game. His work was widely respected for its focus on technical improvement, tactical understanding and player progression.
The opportunity at Stoke City offers Porter the chance to bring that experience into a first-team environment. As Assistant Manager, he will be expected to support the club’s senior coaching staff in match preparation, training ground planning and day-to-day football operations. The role also gives him a platform to contribute to a club with strong ambitions and a passionate fanbase.
For Stoke City, the appointment adds a coach with a strong background in player development and modern coaching methods. Porter’s experience working closely with young professionals is likely to be seen as a valuable asset as the club continues to build for the future.
His departure will be felt by those he worked with in the under-21 setup, where he earned a reputation for professionalism, communication and commitment. However, the move also reflects the natural progression of a coach whose work has opened the door to a senior leadership role.
Porter now begins an exciting new chapter at Stoke City, where he will look to make an immediate impact and help the club push forward in the months ahead.
