ROB CLARKSON APPOINTED AS SPORTING DIRECTOR

Carlisle United are delighted to announce the appointment of Rob Clarkson as the club’s new Sporting Director. 

Clarkson, 37, started his career at Sunderland AFC where he was a scholar. He then went on to study Sport and Exercise Development at the University of Sunderland and also has a PGCE teaching qualification. 

His roles in football have included academy coaching at Sunderland AFC where he spent four years. He then went on to Premier League side Manchester City where he was a performance analyst until 2017. 

In 2017 he left Manchester to join Glasgow side Rangers as Head of Domestic Scouting. He spent five years at Ibrox before joining the FA as Talent ID Lead for the England pathway. 

Chairman Tom Piatak said: “We are thrilled to welcome Rob as our new Sporting Director. 

“His extensive experience in talent identification and performance analysis, combined with a data-driven approach, makes him the ideal individual to drive our football operations forward. 

“Rob's track record at the English FA and at professional clubs speaks volumes about his ability to spot and nurture talent. 

“We believe his vision will be instrumental in enhancing our competitive edge and laying a strong foundation for the future of our club."

Rob Clarkson said: “I’m delighted to be joining Carlisle United and I’m really excited to be a part of this club. 

“I know with the support of the owners and CEO we will get this club moving in the right direction. I look forward to meeting the fans at Brunton Park in the coming weeks.”

We’ll be hearing more from Rob next week as he officially starts his role on Monday.