LIVERPOOL, 13 February 2026 – Everton Chief Executive Officer Angus Kinnear has addressed the club’s supporters following a pivotal winter transfer window, marking a significant milestone in his first full season at the helm. Since taking up the reins in June 2025, Kinnear has been tasked with navigating the club through a transformative era, including the transition to the new stadium and a major leadership shake-up.
Strategic Leadership and Recent Developments
In a statement released earlier this week, Kinnear provided an update on the club’s progress, focusing on the completion of the January transfer window and the long-term vision for the Toffees. This follows a period of decisive action from the executive, including the recent departure of Brian Sørensen from the Everton Women’s setup. Kinnear publicly thanked the outgoing staff for their contributions as the club seeks to realign its sporting departments.
Kinnear’s appointment in 2025 was hailed as a “brilliant move” by industry analysts, bringing over two decades of football leadership experience to Goodison Park. His track record includes a successful eight-year tenure at Leeds United, where he oversaw their return to the Premier League in 2020, as well as senior roles at Arsenal and West Ham United.
Angus Kinnear: Professional Profile
Kinnear is widely recognised for his expertise in commercial operations and marketing, particularly during periods of stadium transition. His experience at Arsenal (during the move to the Emirates) and West Ham (during the move to the London Stadium) has been cited as a primary reason for his recruitment by Everton as they prepare to move to Bramley-Moore Dock.
| Role / Club | Tenure | Key Achievements |
|---|---|---|
| CEO, Everton FC | June 2025 – Present | Leading transition to new stadium; restructuring leadership. |
| CEO, Leeds United | 2017 – 2025 | Oversaw 2020 Premier League promotion; Elland Road expansion plans. |
| Managing Director, West Ham United | Prior to 2017 | Managed commercial operations during the Olympic Stadium move. |
| Marketing Director, Arsenal FC | Early Career | Senior leadership during the transition from Highbury to the Emirates. |
The “New Era” at Goodison Park
The 2025–26 season has seen Kinnear implement a “shake-up” of the club’s internal structures. This included the departure of long-serving directors Kevin Thelwell and Richard Kenyon shortly after Kinnear’s arrival. Public insights from the time of his appointment suggested that Everton were keen to replicate the stability Kinnear brought to Leeds, where he worked closely with various managerial regimes to maintain commercial growth.
Recent reports also indicate that Kinnear has been instrumental in bringing in trusted personnel from his previous roles, including recruitment and scouting specialists, to ensure the club’s footballing operations are modernised ahead of the 2026–27 campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Angus Kinnear join Everton?
Angus Kinnear officially took up the role of Chief Executive Officer at Everton on 1 June 2025, following the conclusion of the 2024–25 season with Leeds United.
What is Kinnear’s background in football?
Before his executive roles, Kinnear worked extensively in the marketing sector. He has held high-level positions at Arsenal, West Ham United, and Leeds United, specialising in commercial growth and stadium transitions.
What are his current priorities at Everton?
His primary focus is overseeing the club’s move to the new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, managing the club’s financial sustainability, and restructuring the technical and coaching departments across both the men’s and women’s teams.