Izzet needs no introduction to local football followers having played over 400 matches for Colchester United as-well as captaining the team that won promotion to the Championship in 2006.

Izzet’s most recent appointment has seen him as head coach of East Thurrock United under manager John Coventry for the previous two seasons, where he played a part in Essex Senior Cup glory last term.

He also has managerial experience when he took charge of Stanway Rovers in 2017, helping develop young players ready for the first team.

Chairman Terry Doherty told https://www.brightlingsearegentfc.com: “We are delighted to welcome Kem to the Regent.

“He’s a well-qualified young coach, who is ambitious and driven which is a perfect fit for the Regent.

“He has experience of Step 3, having played at the level when at Needham Market, therefore, he knows what it takes to perform at this level.

“Kem has good contacts in non-League football and the pro game, which will help when it comes to recruitment.

“I’m excited for the future, looking forward to seeing Kem settle in at the Taydal Stadium and driving the team back up the table”.