Ed Woodward announced his upcoming departure from Manchester United last month (Picture: Fantasista/Getty Images)Ed Woodward announced his intention to leave Manchester United last month, but remains in his role as executive vice-chairman until the end of 2021 and the race is on to replace him as the club’s most powerful executive. The Guardian reports that Richard Arnold, the group managing director of Manchester United, is not the likeliest to replace Woodward. The Glazer family, owners of Manchester United, are believes to prefer an internal candidate rather than bringing in someone from elsewhere. I am proud of the regeneration of the club’s culture and our return to the Manchester United way of playing. ‘We have also established Manchester United women and their progress is further evidence of the demand for success at this great club.

Source: Metro May 13, 2021 10:30 UTC