Warren Cummings is delighted to have joined Bournemouth's academy coaching staff.

Cummings in April was appointed lead coach of Cherries under-13s.

The Bournemouth hero told the Daily Echo: “I see these guys (former team-mates) on a daily basis, so while it is work and it is demanding, to be around people you have known for such a long time, who you can class as some of your best friends, is special.

“To be back in among people I have known for a long, long time is special. I have always said Bournemouth is my football club.

“As much as I have been to one or two others at different points in my life, my affection has always been drawn towards that football club and to be a very small part of it again makes me incredibly proud."