Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of former Manchester City chief Omar Berrada as their new CEO.
It was beforehand confirmed Berrada, who has additionally labored for Barcelona, had determined to depart his submit as chief soccer operations officer at City Football Group.
Previous Man Utd CEO Richard Arnold left the membership again in November as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS group negotiated a 25% stake within the membership. His successor has now been confirmed, although the Red Devils added present interim Patrick Stewart will stay in submit till a beginning date for Berrada is about.
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A press release from Man Utd reads: “Manchester United is happy to announce the appointment of Omar Berrada as its new CEO.
“The membership is set to place soccer and efficiency on the pitch again on the coronary heart of every part we do. Omar’s appointment represents step one on this journey.
“As one of the most experienced football executives at the top of European football, Omar brings a wealth of football and commercial expertise, with a proven record of successful leadership and a passion to help lead change across the club. He is currently serving as Chief Football Operations Officer for City Football Group overseeing 11 clubs across five continents and, prior to this, held senior roles at Barcelona.
“It is our acknowledged ambition to re-establish Manchester United as a title-winning membership. We are happy that Omar can be becoming a member of us to assist obtain that aim, in order that, as soon as once more, United followers can see, within the phrases of Sir Matt Busby, the pink flag flying excessive on the summit of English, European and world soccer.
“Omar’s start date will be confirmed in due course; in the meantime, Patrick Stewart will continue as interim CEO.”
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