– UK, Manchester – Manchester United (NYSE: MANU) today announced the appointment of Group Managing Director Richard Arnold as CEO, effective from 1st February 2022, succeeding Ed Woodward who will step down from his role as Executive Vice-Chairman, also effective from 1st February 2022.
“We are now looking forward to Richard and his leadership team opening a new phase in the club’s evolution, with ambitious plans for investment in Old Trafford, the strengthening of our engagement with fans, and continued drive towards our most important objective – winning on the pitch.” said Executive Co-Chairman, Joel Glazer.
Richard Arnold added: “I am honoured to have the chance to serve this great club and its fans. I am determined to return that honour in any way I can.”
About Manchester United
Manchester United is one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth. Through our 144-year football heritage, we have won 66 trophies, enabling us to develop what we believe is one of the world’s leading sports and entertainment brands with a global community of 1.1 billion fans and followers. Our large, passionate and highly engaged fan base provides Manchester United with a worldwide platform to generate significant revenue from multiple sources, including sponsorship, merchandising, product licensing, broadcasting, and matchday initiatives which in turn, directly fund our ability to continuously reinvest in the club.
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