Overview

• She succeeds Youri Mulder, who stepped down in December to assume the role of Director of Professional Football.
• A former German national player and coach, Jones brings deep football expertise and strong local ties to the oversight body.
• In her new role, she has pledged to promote women’s football and tap into her extensive network for the club’s benefit.
• Fan reactions have been mixed, with many praising the step toward diversity and others posting sexist and derogatory comments.
• Eurofighter legend Thomas Linke was also in contention for the seat but was not selected in the final vote.