Thomas Hein
The Guardian reports that Manchester United want to install a director of football at the club, a first in our 140-year history.
The report claims that the move will take place as soon as the restructure of the club and also expansion of the facilities is completed. The Guardian also reports that this will allow for a smoother transfer policy, and will ensure a “continuity of football style and ethos”.
How Jose Mourinho would react to the move is unsure, says the report. Mourinho has had his issues with the transfers not working out and has been left frustrated by the board (h/t Guardian).
While United won their opening game of the season against Leicester City, a few fans shared their thoughts on the possibility of a new position being created at United with Mourinho still in charge.
So Ed Woodward wants to hire a director of football after the transfer window.
What a first class fuckinggggg clown .That’s like putting your socks on after your shoes .#mufc
— GILLYtheJIBBER (@DaysUnited) August 12, 2018
My top 2 options for #mufc director of football:
1. Louis Van Gaal
2. One of the above— Jimmy Hosang (@JimmyHosang) August 12, 2018
I’m confused ? We are chasing new Director of Football, is that whats Ed Woodward’s position is ? Will he be sack or ?#MUFC #MUFC_FAMILY
— Shone #MUFC (@Shone87ns) August 12, 2018
Manchester United are set to appoint a director of football [@guardian_sport]. This is progress to the right direction. Club clearly need a structure in place. #MUFC
— Kylé (@KyleZingo) August 12, 2018
Lol Woodward’s just going to find a yes man not someone who could side with the manager and get the players he wants!!
— MUFC_Jefe (@RocBoiJJ) August 12, 2018
So Manchester United are looking to appoint a Director of Football for the first time in its history … then look no further, I know just the man who could fulfil that role perfectly ……. Eric Cantona #MUFC pic.twitter.com/T2rKdYFNJm
— Raman Paul (@Raman7Paul) August 12, 2018
Oh wow, we’re actually looking to appoint a Director of Football. About time. Allows Woodward to do what he does best, drum up commercial success while an actual football brain handles transfers, working closely with Mourinho. #MUFC
— Aidan Stephenson (@MelvinS7ven) August 12, 2018
Gary Neville @GNev2 would be perfect for this
— Mark Page (@markpage10) August 11, 2018
Thank God, we currently have Ed Woodward deciding on the merits of prospective transfers
— Aman T (@AmanTsays) August 11, 2018
Hope it’s Sir Alex or one of the former United Legends.
— Nagaraj Veer (@Nrjveer) August 12, 2018
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