Manchester United likely to slash scouting network in next round of redundancies
- Jim Ratcliffe is making proposed cuts of 200 staff
- United currently employ up to 80 scouts globally
Manchester United’s department of about 80 scouts is facing considerable cuts as part of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s next round of up to 200 redundancies, the Observer understands.
The likely reduction is part of a streamlining of the department due, in part, to the industry-wide practise of utilising data-driven assessment of players. Christopher Vivell, the former Chelsea technical director who became recruitment director on short-term contract in the summer, is expected to be appointed on a permanent basis to head up the restructured operation.
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