Manchester United have officially agreed to appoint Ameesh Manek as their new Director of Football Operations, marking another key step in the club’s ongoing restructuring behind the scenes. The experienced executive joins from Brentford, where he played an instrumental role in the Premier League club’s football operations setup.
Manek, who previously worked with Arsenal, brings a wealth of experience in football administration and player management. During his time at Brentford, he was credited with helping to streamline operational processes, contributing to the club’s steady rise and consistency in England’s top flight. His move to Old Trafford signals United’s commitment to modernising their structure and improving efficiency both on and off the pitch.
According to reports from the BBC, Manek will oversee the day-to-day running of Manchester United’s Carrington training base. His role will focus on ensuring smooth coordination between various departments, from the first team and academy to recruitment and logistics.
The appointment is seen as part of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS’s wider plan to rebuild the club’s footballing infrastructure following years of inconsistency. Manek’s arrival means business as United continue to align their operations with the standards of Europe’s elite clubs.