Leeds United unveil new sporting director and boardroom restructure upon Angus Kinnear exit — Leeds Live 29/4/25

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The 49ers have sanctioned a shake-up of the boardroom ahead of the new season amid the pending exit of CEO Angus Kinnear

Leeds United have announced that Adam Underwood will be promoted to sporting director amid a swathe of boardroom changes ahead of the exit of Angus Kinnear as CEO this summer.

Kinnear will join Everton after an eight-year stay at Elland Road, having overseen two promotions and the transition of ownership to 49ers Enterprises. With his exit confirmed in March, the club conducted a review of the boardroom structure.

Underwood has occupied several roles during his spell at Leeds, which stretches over a decade, including head of football operations and academy manager. He will now lead the club’s recruitment drive to his responsibilities.

He will also spearhead player trading, football operations, performance and medical management and the Leeds United academy. Other changes see chief operating officer Morrie Eisenberg promoted to chief business officer.

Chief strategy officer Robbie Evans, who currently takes charge of the recruitment and football analytics departments, will take up the role of managing director. Evans played a key role in the $1.2 billion construction of the San Francisco 49ers’ Levi’s Stadium in 2014.

Chairman Paraag Marathe said: "I am excited to welcome this group into their new roles as leaders of the club.

“These appointments are a recognition of the depth of our leadership team, our significant sporting and business achievements over the past two seasons, and our commitment to building a high-performing club led by individuals who represent Leeds United inside and out. I am confident they will help drive the club forward in this next chapter."

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