Summary
Newcastle United's new chief executive, David Hopkinson, aims to make the club one of the top teams in the world by 2030. He plans to increase the club's revenue significantly and improve its competitive standing in football. Achieving these goals will involve closing the financial gap with top clubs like Manchester City.
Key Facts
- David Hopkinson is the new chief executive of Newcastle United, following Darren Eales' resignation.
- Hopkinson aims for Newcastle to be a top football club globally by 2030.
- Newcastle is currently 12th in the Premier League.
- The club's revenues are expected to grow from £140m in 2021 to more than £400m.
- Manchester City recently generated £715m in income, showing the financial gap Newcastle aims to close.
- Hopkinson has experience working with major sports teams like the Toronto Raptors and Real Madrid.
- There is a plan in place to increase revenue and improve team performance by focusing on high-level sponsorships and internal organization.
- Newcastle has doubled its staff to over 550 but still needs to fill key senior positions.
