After signing on in October as player-manager, Edgar Davids has now taken full control of Barnet.
The legendary Dutch midfielder surprisingly decided to get involved with the League Two club in an attempt to help the Bees avoid relegation. Davids lives in North London and was previously involved in local amateur soccer, his decision to share responsibilities with Mark Robson at Barnet Lane was a way for him to continue his passion for youth development on the bench, and on the field.
He now takes over complete control of first team duties following the departure of Robson. It's the Dutchman's inaugural foray into management. Since Davids arrival, Barnet has moved out of relegation, earning 19 of a possible 39 points--after starting the season with only three draws from their first 11 matches.
The Bees currently sit three points clear of the drop zone, so their is much more work still to be done if they plan to keep their Football League status.
Clearly, Davids has made a difference at Underhill Stadium since joining the club. Only time will tell if Barnet can continue the progress already made since his arrival. His on-field activities will now take a backseat to full-time management--having started 11 times for the Bees thus far.
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