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Benjamin Schmedes will step down as football director of Brøndby football club next summer to take up a role as sports director in Germany's Bundesliga.

Sven Mislintat, the sporting director of Fortuna Düsseldorf, discusses the nuances of squad planning and the appeal of the second division in German football.

Mikel Arteta is reportedly directing a club director to gather information as an Arsenal player departs London, amid a strong performance in their recent matches that has reinvigorated their title campaign.

Manchester City may offer Pep Guardiola a position as director of football after he steps down as manager, as speculation grows about his future with the team.

Former Estonian footballer Joel Lindpere has been appointed as the development director of FC Elva.

The article discusses Carlo Ancelotti's return to Real Madrid in 2021 following a phone call from the club's director, José Ángel Sánchez, and compares this to José Mourinho's hopes of a similar opportunity.

FC Copenhagen has sacked its sports director Sune Smith-Nielsen effective immediately due to lack of expected results this season.

James Ellis has resigned from his position as technical director at Arsenal after just seven months in the role, amid ongoing restructuring within the club.

Carlos 'La Roca' Sánchez will leave his position as sports director of San Lorenzo at the end of February after the club's provisional management decided not to renew his contract.

Al-Ahli Sporting Director Rui Pedro commended Cristiano Ronaldo's contributions to Saudi football amidst controversy over his position at Al-Nassr.

The sporting director of Al Ahli, Rui Pedro, discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's impact on Saudi football and his recent decisions regarding playing for Al Nassr.

Marseille's sporting director Medhi Benatia has resigned following reported tensions with Mason Greenwood and amid ongoing turmoil at the club.

Medhi Benatia has resigned as football director of Olympique de Marseille just four days after the resignation of coach Roberto De Zerbi, marking a deepening crisis for the club.

Wrexham director Shaun Harvey has expressed opposition to plans to expand the Championship play-offs from four teams to six, calling it detrimental to an already congested schedule.

Wrexham director Shaun Harvey indicates significant changes are necessary for the club to succeed in the Premier League, emphasizing that promotion must not come too soon.

Matías Oyola, the sporting director of Barcelona Sporting Club, commented on the absence of forward Luis Cano from training, noting ongoing negotiations regarding players not currently training.

Wrexham Football Club's director revealed that a £19 million transfer for forward Sidiki Cherif was canceled due to concerns about value and sustainability regulations.

Pyramids FC's sports director Hani Said expresses strong frustration over the poor condition of the stadiums where his team plays in the Egyptian league, highlighting a lack of fair competition.

The controversial U.S. immigration agency, ICE, will play a significant role in the security arrangements for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, according to its director.

Goran Vučević is set to leave Hajduk following a mutual agreement, retaining his position until a new sporting director is appointed.

Bayern Munich has expressed interest in 18-year-old Luka Vušković, a promising defender currently on loan from Tottenham to HSV, especially after his standout performances in the Bundesliga.

Austria Klagenfurt GmbH has filed for bankruptcy, shocking fans and the club's director, Željko Karajica, who hopes to prove the club's solvency.

The sporting director of Spanish first division club Deportivo Alaves stated that the collaboration with Istra 1961 is yielding results, highlighted by the signing of Finnish defender Ville Koski.

The sporting director of Spanish club Deportivo Alaves expressed satisfaction with their collaboration with Istra 1961, highlighting the successful transfer of Finnish defender Ville Koski.

Christian Gauseth has been appointed as the new managing director of Kristiansund, succeeding Kjetil Thorsen.

Facundo Sava, the director of Sarmiento and a former football player, discusses the intertwining of psychology and football, advocating for a more compact tournament structure.

Former Mjøndalen player Christian Gauseth has been appointed as Kristiansund's new managing director, replacing Kjetil Thorsen.

The sports director of Istra 1961, Saša Bjelanović, confirmed that captain Dario Marešić remains with the club, with no new developments regarding a transfer to Hajduk.

Bayern Munich has officially announced the extension of Serge Gnabry's contract until June 2028, with sports director Max Eberl praising him as a key pillar of the team.

Talented 21-year-old goalkeeper Toni Silić has extended his contract with Hajduk until the summer of 2029, with the signing taking place at Poljud in the presence of sporting director Goran Vučević.

The sports director of Istra 1961, Saša Bjelanović, expressed confidence that captain Dario Marešić will remain with the club despite ongoing transfer speculation.

The appointment of a new sports director at Atlético de Madrid may jeopardize coach Cholo Simeone's position as discussions about potential replacements begin.

Flamengo's sporting director, Jose Puto, stated that the club is open to Vinicius Junior's return, hinting that they may not have to pay Real Madrid if the player decides to come back as his contract nears its end.

NK Osijek confirmed they rejected a transfer offer from Dinamo for their promising young striker, 19-year-old Anton Matković, whose skills have drawn interest from multiple clubs this winter.

The sports director of Osijek, Alen Petrović, confirmed the rejection of Dinamo's official offer for 19-year-old forward Anton Matković, with plans to retain him until summer.

Osijek's sports director, Alen Petrović, confirmed that they rejected an offer from Dinamo for 19-year-old forward Anton Matković, stating they plan to keep him until summer.

Brazilian club Flamengo is dreaming of bringing back Vinicius Júnior, who left for Real Madrid in 2017, especially after successfully returning Lucas Paquetá.

Real Sociedad's director confirmed that Croatian footballer Luka Sučić has regained playing time and is now significant for the team, following his recent appearances in matches.

Dinamo attempted to acquire young striker Anton Matković from Osijek with a €1.5 million offer, which was firmly declined by Osijek's sporting director.

Croatian footballer Luka Sučić, previously rumored to be leaving Real Sociedad due to lack of playtime, is now a key player as confirmed by the club director Erik Bretos.

Liverpool's sporting director Richard Hughes addresses his relationship with manager Arne Slot and expresses confidence that their significant signings will be successful.

Union Berlin's sports director Horst Heldt revealed that Raheem Sterling has been offered to the club as a free agent, but they couldn't consider the transfer due to his financial demands.

Darío Benedetto has become the 19th player to wear the jerseys of both Barcelona Sporting Club and Boca Juniors after agreeing to terms with director César Farías for the 2026 season, despite not scoring for two years and being inactive for several months after leaving Newell’s Old Boys.

Bayern Munich was held to a 2-2 draw against HSV following their recent defeat to Augsburg, raising concerns about their performance this season according to sporting director Eberl.

The article discusses the pervasive sexism in men's football, citing the Hamburger SV case involving accusations against former sports director Stefan Kuntz as an example of the ongoing machismo in the sport.

Spanish media reports that Jürgen Klopp is considering a return to coaching, potentially for Real Madrid, after serving as a global sports director for Red Bull following his departure from Liverpool.

Monaco's executive director expressed frustration over ongoing injury issues with Paul Pogba, who has only played three matches since joining the club due to fitness problems.

Darko Podnar has been appointed as the new executive director of the football club Karlovac 1919, taking on the role voluntarily until June 30.

The sports director of Dinamo announced the arrival of another player during the winter transfer window, while also hinting at significant offers expected next summer.

Hamburger SV addresses the allegations against former sports director Stefan Kuntz, who has denied the claims, and coach Merlin Polzin discusses the team's internal conversations and his future conduct on the sidelines.