Former Norwich and Huddersfield sporting director Stuart Webber looks to disrupt football staff recruitment with new venture

One of the most highly regarded sporting directors in the English game has joined up with Leigh Bromby, who he worked with at Huddersfield Town, and former player turned agent Darius Henderson, to launch a new football recruitment and consultancy firm.

The trio see an opportunity to leverage their combined 80 years of experience in football and offer a different approach to recruitment for roles ranging from academy manager to performance chef, Webber says.

Why it matters: With the expansion of academy and women’s football a key driver, demand for new roles across the game is constantly growing, placing increasing pressure on clubs to find suitable candidates.

The perspective: Getting recruitment right can be a major challenge, in particular for new owners and especially those from overseas who may not be as familiar with football as other sports.