Everton ‘aiming to repeat Angus Kinnear move’ as Leeds United face transfer plan blow
Leeds United are set to lose chief executive Angus Kinnear to Everton at the end of the season
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Everton are reportedly looking to lure Leeds United’s transfer expert Nick Hammond to their club this summer, after already poaching chief executive Angus Kinnear.
Earlier this month, it was confirmed that Kinnear would be departing Elland Road to take up a new role with the Toffees this summer. Everton are set to move into their impressive new Bramley Moore Dock Stadium next term and, under the new ownership of the Friedkin Group, are hopeful of brighter days to come.
Kinnear arrived at the Whites in 2017 and helped them to return to the Premier League in 2020. He also played a pivotal role as Leeds’ ownership transitioned to the 49ers Enterprises in 2023.
With his departure, it now looks like Kinnear wants to bring Hammond with him to Merseyside. The 57-year-old former goalkeeper has been working as a freelance transfer advisor for the Whites since June 2023.
Initially signed on a short-term contract, Hammond joined permanently in November of that year assisting boss Daniel Farke with his transfer plans. According to The Athletic, Hammond is well thought of by Kinnear, and was given the freedom to handle trading and negotiations on the club’s behalf.
They indicate Hammond is now in the mix for a similar role with Everton, which could leave Leeds in a quandary come this summer. Leeds Live understands, as of a few weeks ago, United had not been told by Kinnear that he wishes to pinch any senior figures. The expectancy is that The Friedkin Group will have their own top brass in place for Kinnear’s arrival.
