Football Operations: An Overlooked Role in Players Growth

Football clubs don’t run on matchdays alone; there’s a critical operational role behind the scenes that keeps everything aligned.

In this episode, we break down a unique role in football operations, explaining what they actually do, why the position is important, and how it fits into the broader structure of club management and football administration. From coordination and compliance to communication between key stakeholders, this is one of the most overlooked roles in the football ecosystem.

If you’re interested in football administration, club operations, governance, or building a career off the pitch, this conversation gives you practical clarity on how football truly works behind the scenes.

Drop your questions in the comments and let us know what other football business roles you’d like us to break down.

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Timestamps 🕛
Intro 00:00
Who is a Player Liaison? 02:15
How are players prioritized? 06:57
What are the duties off the pitch? 08:44
How are independent players created? 11:19
How does a Player Liaison work with Agents? 12:57
How do you help players understand Branding? 14:09
What skillset makes a Player Liaison? 21:01
What Players need to understand early in their careers 26:13
Where can a Player Liaison work? 28:22