Aston Villa striker Darren Bent has revealed that he wants to become a manager once his playing days are over.

The 27-year-old is the latest player to back the 'Rooney Rule' and hopes that there will be more opportunities for black coaches when he retires.

"It is surprising there are not more black players and coaches, as there have been some top black players like Andy Cole, Ian Wright and John Barnes," he told The Mirror.

"I’d like to be [a manager] and get the opportunity. I have always been quite intrigued to look at the manager’s perspective and see how hard the job is.

"It is very stressful, but when I get to that stage - to go into management or coaching - I hope there is an opportunity for me."

Bent joined Villa in January from Sunderland.

Written by
Liam Apicella