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Manchester United Hires Stephen Torpey as New Academy Director

8/20/2025

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Manchester United will appoint Stephen Torpey as the new academy director, succeeding Nick Cox, who is moving to Everton.
Torpey has experience as Brentford's academy director and a strong background with Manchester City.
His hiring comes after notable departures at Brentford, including manager Thomas Frank and striker Bryan Mbeumo.

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Manchester United will appoint Stephen Torpey as the new academy director, succeeding Nick Cox, who is moving to Everton.
Torpey has experience as Brentford's academy director and a strong background with Manchester City.
His hiring comes after notable departures at Brentford, including manager Thomas Frank and striker Bryan Mbeumo.