Ed Woodward joins Eagle Football Group as IPO nears

Ed Woodward, the former CEO of Manchester United, is reportedly being considered for an independent director role at Eagle Football Holdings, which owns stakes in clubs like Crystal Palace and Olympique Lyonnais. Woodward left Manchester United in 2022 after a tumultuous tenure that saw the club's decline post-Sir Alex Ferguson. Eagle Football, controlled by John Textor, is preparing for a public listing in the US, expected to file for an IPO soon. Despite his controversial past, including involvement in the failed European Super League, Woodward's potential return to football management would mark his first major role since leaving United. The company has been contemplating retaining its stake in Crystal Palace due to the club's improved performance, rather than selling it as previously planned. The developments signify a significant shift for Woodward as he navigates a new opportunity in football administration.