Head Coach & Talent Development Specialist – Issa Najjar
Issa Najjar
Professional Summary
Highly motivated football coach and talent development specialist with extensive experience in elite youth football environments across Finland and Greece. Proven expertise in long-term player development, individual pathways, and academy-based coaching systems. Strong ability to work across multiple age groups within professional club structures, contributing to both individual player progression and overall academy performance.
Core Expertise
- Talent Identification & Long-Term Player Development
- Individual Player Pathways & Progress Monitoring
- Youth Academy Coaching (U9–U18)
- Technical, Tactical, Physical & Mental Development
- Training Session Planning & Delivery
- Collaboration with Coaching Staff & Club Management
Coaching Experience
FC Inter Turku — Talent Coach
2017 – 2025
- Responsible for talent development and individual player progression within the academy
- Coached multiple age groups: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2015
- Focus on holistic player development: technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects
- Close cooperation with club coaching staff and management
- Served as Talent Coach for the past 2 years
FC Inter Turku — Youth Coach
Approx. 8 years
- Long-term coaching role within the club’s youth academy
- Planned and delivered structured training sessions aligned with club philosophy
- Supported players’ progression through the club development pathway
TPS Turku — Youth Coach
1 year
- Coached youth teams according to club development principles
- Supported both individual and team development processes
Playing Background
- Played elite-level youth football in Greece
Coaching Education
- UEFA B Coaching Licence
Job Features
| Job Category | Employee, Football Coach |