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Manchester United are poised for further changes within their senior football leadership structure.
According to David Ornstein, Andy O’Boyle, the club’s deputy football director, is set to depart Old Trafford after two years in the role.
O’Boyle joined Manchester United in May 2022, transitioning from his position as head of elite performance at the Premier League.
His recruitment was intended to bolster the efforts of then-football director John Murtough, with a focus on enhancing the operations of the men’s, women’s, and academy teams.
O’Boyle’s arrival was seen as a significant addition, given his extensive experience and strong industry reputation, which he built during his time with the England Under-21 team, as well as his previous roles at Liverpool, Coventry City, Wrexham, and an earlier stint at Manchester United.
After Murtough’s exit in April, O’Boyle took on increased responsibilities under the new leadership structure implemented by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, following Ratcliffe’s investment in the club.
O’Boyle played a key role in assisting INEOS director of sport, Sir Dave Brailsford, as the club worked to establish a revised hierarchy.
During this transitional period, Manchester United awaited the arrival of several key figures, including Omar Berrada as chief executive, Jason Wilcox as technical director, and Dan Ashworth as sporting director.
Additionally, Christopher Vivell was appointed as interim director of recruitment.
O’Boyle was heavily involved in the club’s recent summer transfer activities, which saw the acquisitions of Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui, and Manuel Ugarte.
This transfer window also saw the departures of players such as Mason Greenwood, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Scott McTominay, and Jadon Sancho.
As Manchester United continue to reshape their football operations, O’Boyle’s departure marks another significant change in the club’s ongoing restructuring efforts.
His exit will likely lead to further adjustments within the club’s leadership as they adapt to the evolving demands of both the men’s and women’s teams, as well as the academy.
