Manchester United’s new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, is continuing his overhaul of the club’s executive team. Following the earlier exits of CEO Richard Arnold and sporting director John Murtaugh, Ratcliffe has now announced changes to the interim CEO and finance director positions.
Departures and Incoming Leadership:
- Patrick Stewart (interim CEO) and Cliff Batey (finance director) will both be stepping down at the season’s end “by mutual consent.”
- Omar Berrada, formerly of Manchester City, will take the reins as executive director starting July 13th.
- To bridge the gap until Berrada’s arrival, Jean-Claude Blanc, executive director of Ratcliffe’s Ineos Sport (which also owns Nice FC), will serve as interim executive director.
- Roger Bell, previously the finance director at Ineos Sport, will assume the role of Manchester United’s finance director.
Background:
- Stewart has been with Manchester United for the past 18 years.
- Batey joined the club in 2016.
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Additional Information:
- This leadership shake-up signifies Ratcliffe’s intent to implement his vision for Manchester United.
- Bringing in trusted personnel from his own company, Ineos Sport, suggests a desire for continuity and a familiar working style.
- The appointment of Berrada, who previously worked for rivals Manchester City, has raised eyebrows among some fans. It remains to be seen how his experience will translate to success at United.
Source – Ratcliffe has removed two more United executives