given that we have an considerably reduced ability to buy players due to financial restrictions what do our five SDs do all day? Surely it doesnt take long to say " we cant shift him or him therefore theres no spending".
The Chelsea sporting directors are Paul Winstanley, Laurence Stewart, Sam Jewell, Joe Shields, and Dave Fallows.
"Deep breath. Chelsea have not one, not two, not three, not four, but a whopping five sporting directors. The system was implemented after the Todd Boehly-Clearlake Capital takeover in 2022 and is not going anywhere
despite external criticism. Chelsea feel their setup ensures duties are clearly defined and prevents power from being held by one individual. Head coaches have to adapt. Paul Winstanley, previously at Brighton, and Laurence Stewart, once of Monaco, lead the recruitment team and are not short of support. Joe Shields is sporting director for scouting and talent and has used past links with Manchester City to identify signings. Dave Fallows, who leads football development, is credited with Liverpool’s signing of Mohamed Salah. Sam Jewell, who adds to the Brighton connections, looks after global recruiting and is heavily involved with Strasbourg, Chelsea’s partner club." From the Grundian
There is so much in that that can be picked apart. But these are the well paid suits that are a freaking disaster and are literally. . . NOT very good at their job. To be the FLy on the wall at their meetings would be hysterical no doubt.
