his debut against St Johnstone in the opening game of the season. Near the end of the 2011–12 season, Mawene was advised that his contract with Aberdeen would not be extended. Return to England In July 2012, he began a trial with League Two club Burton Albion, before joining Morecambe on trial, he featured in Morecambe's 2–0 pre-season victory over his former team Preston North End. On 27 July 2012, he signed for League Two newcomers Fleetwood Town. It was announced on 7 May 2013, that Mawéné would not be offered a new contract at Fleetwood, but would stay at the club as a fitness coach, a role he conducted towards the end of the 2012/13 season. Personal life Youl's younger brother, Samy, is also a retired footballer while son Noah has agreed to sign a professional contract with PNE effective from his 17th birthday. References External links Youl Mawéné at pnefc.net 1979 births Living people Footballers from Caen French sportspeople of Republic of the Congo descent French footballers Association football defenders RC Lens players Aberdeen F.C. players Derby County F.C. players Preston North End F.C. players Fleetwood Town F.C. players Ligue 1 players Premier League players Scottish Premier League players Expatriate footballers in England Expatriate footballers in Greece Expatriate footballers in Scotland French expatriate footballers English Football League players Panserraikos F.C. players Super League Greece players Fleetwood Town F.C. non-playing staff Salford City F.C. non-playing staff Black French sportspeople