Overview
- FC Aberdeen announced Lutz Pfannenstiel as sporting director with an official start targeted for November 10, pending visa completion.
- Chairman Dave Cormack said the role covers all football and performance areas with responsibility for delivering the club’s ambitions in a competitive league.
- Pfannenstiel was released from his sporting director post at MLS side St. Louis City SC at the end of August after five years in the job.
- His previous executive experience includes serving as head of international relations at TSG Hoffenheim and as sporting director at Fortuna Düsseldorf in Germany.
- Known for a globe‑spanning playing career across all six continents, he said he looks forward to contributing his experience and engaging with the Aberdeen community.