Manchester United Plans Stephen Torpey as New Academy Director

Manchester United is set to appoint Stephen Torpey, currently Brentford’s academy director, as the new head of their academy, succeeding Nick Cox who is moving to Everton as technical director. Torpey, who previously worked at Manchester City alongside United’s technical director Jason Wilcox, is recognized for his innovative coaching methods and role in developing young talents such as Rico Lewis, Cole Palmer, and James McAtee. His appointment is part of United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s effort to secure best-in-class personnel for the club's football structure. Brentford has experienced a summer of significant changes including the departure of manager Thomas Frank and key players, with Torpey’s move marking another high-profile exit. The timing of Torpey’s start at United remains unclear as Cox continues in his role at Old Trafford. Torpey’s reputation as an outside-the-box thinker and contributor to data-led youth development at City makes him a highly rated choice for leading United’s academy.