Manchester United search for new head of senior recruitment as part of major overhaul  | OneFootball

Manchester United are looking to appoint a new head of senior recruitment as they plan a behind-the-scenes revamp.

The Telegraph claims the Red Devils are also looking for heads of emerging talent in regional areas.

The appointments are part of the ongoing restructuring and attempted modernisation of the scouting network.

Long-serving scout Simon Wells may leave the club. Wells has been a valued member of the staff for many managers over the years, including Sir Alex Ferguson.

The Manchester giants will be using the services of Sportsology Group, a sports intelligence consultancy, for the new hires.

The new head of senior recruitment will report to Christopher Vivell, who became the club’s director of recruitment in February following an interim spell in the position.

Vivell, who has previously worked at Chelsea and RB Leipzig, oversees United’s global recruitment operation, scouting structure and emerging talent.

The 38-year-old reports to Jason Wilcox, who became the club’s director of football after Dan Ashworth’s departure.

Recruitment has consistently been one of the most significant challenges for United over the years.

They have spent vast amounts of money on players who failed to live up to expectations.

Antony and Jadon Sancho are prime examples of their transfer failings in recent years.

United are now ready to cut their losses on the duo by selling them this summer, but their current wages are proving to be a significant stumbling block.