Manchester United: John Shiels to step down as Foundation CEO at the end of the 2025-26 season

News Tank Football - Paris - Appointment #425935 - Published on 12/01/26 at 10:00
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John Shiels, CEO of the Manchester United Foundation since January 2008, will "retire from his role" at the end of the 2025-26 season, announced Manchester United FC (Premier League) on 09/01/2026.

"Over the past 18 years, John has developed an operational delivery model that is based in the most socially deprived areas of Greater Manchester...

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John Shiels - ©  Manchester United FC

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