Newcastle United made another eye-catching move on Friday by confirming the appointment of Darren Eales as Chief Executive Officer. It was no secret that the Magpies were looking to appoint a new CEO to oversee the day-to-day running of the club.
Traditionally, the CEO of a football club also negotiates contracts and transfer deals - both incoming and outgoing - so to say this appointment is important would be an understatement. The role has been vacant since Lee Charnley left Newcastle last season and the process to find a replacement was meticulous.
But who is Darren Eales? ChronicleLive profiled the new man in charge at St James’ Park.