Despite a constant push for increased synergy between the various Red Bull clubs, the gradual embrace appears to have slowed over the last year due to personnel issues exacerbated by an alleged “coronavirus hiring freeze.” Since the departures of head of international relations and scouting Ralf Rangnick, technical director Paul Mitchell, and head of scouting Laurence Stewart, the corporate structure of the global football department is a bit thin, especially after head of sport Kevin Thelwell cited “gaining additional experience” with the trio as a reason for moving stateside.
However, the company appears to be taking steps to fill at least one position that would directly oversee New York.