Tottenham Appoint New Director of Football Operations as Part of Board Reshuffle

Tottenham have announced Trevor Birch as the club's new Director of Football Operations.

Birch was previously the chairman of Championship outfit Swansea City, with the Welsh club confirming his departure to north London following their 2-1 pre-season victory over Forest Green on Tuesday evening.

The 62-year-old's appointment has led to Spurs creating a new 'Football Board', led, of course, by chairman Daniel Levy.

The Lilywhites wrote in a statement on their official website: "The Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Trevor Birch as Director of Football Operations.

"Trevor has extensive industry experience and has held several prominent roles within football, including having previously been Chairman of Swansea City FC and CEO of Chelsea, Sheffield United, Derby County, Everton and Leeds United.

"Trevor will focus on the development of the Club’s Football Operations."

Birch's arrival signalled what Spurs described as a "wider external remit" with Rebecca Caplehorn taking on the role of Director of Football Administration and Governance, a newly created role which will "lead, drive and embed football governance processes, contractual matters and best practice across the Club."

Chief scout Steve Hitchen, meanwhile, has been promoted to Technical Performance Director, which the club describes as a role responsible "for scouting, performance and recruitment analysis and youth recruitment".

The creation of a new board was noted in the concluding paragraph of the club's statement: "These management changes will lead to the creation of a Football Board consisting of Trevor Birch, Rebecca Caplehorn and Steve Hitchen, chaired by Daniel Levy."

In a parting statement, Birch said he's leaving Swansea "with an extremely heavy heart," via the Evening Standard.

"Steve Cooper, his staff and the players have given us all some great moments this season which will live long in the memory," he added.

"I also can't thank the supporters enough for the kindness and support they have shown me over the last 17 months, and I wish the Jack Army and the club every success going forward. The supporters deserve it.

"I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the senior management team and every one of the club's staff who have supported me during my time here."