Richard Arnold is stepping down as Manchester United chief executive after less than two years in the job, with Patrick Stewart taking interim control as a permanent successor is sought.
Arnold has been with the Premier League club since 2007, working as commercial director before becoming group managing director in 2013.
The departure of executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward saw him take up the role of chief executive in February 2022, but United have confirmed he is leaving his post.
Richard Arnold has decided to step down as Chief Executive of Manchester United after 16 years at the club.#MUFC — Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 15, 2023 Stewart, the club’s legal officer and general counsel, is stepping up as interim chief executive at Old Trafford.