Aston Villa Women: Robert De Pauw Appointed As Sporting Director
Experienced Belgian Takes Up New Role
Aston Villa Women are delighted to announce the appointment of Robert De Pauw as Sporting Director. De Pauw joins the club from RSC Anderlecht, where he has held the same position since October 2021.
A Wealth of Experience
De Pauw brings with him a wealth of experience in women's football. Before Anderlecht, he was Sporting Director at Club Brugge for four years and also worked for the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA). At Brugge, he led the team to two league titles and three Belgian Cups.
Building Success
De Pauw's main responsibility will be to oversee the development and implementation of the club's sporting strategy. He will work closely with the manager, Carla Ward, and the rest of the staff to build a successful and sustainable women's football program.
Driving Standards
Speaking about his appointment, De Pauw said: "I am very excited to join Aston Villa Women. This is a club with a great tradition and a clear ambition to succeed. I am looking forward to working with Carla and the team to drive standards even higher and achieve our goals."
Commitment to Growth
Aston Villa FC CEO Christian Purslow welcomed De Pauw to the club, saying: "Robert has an excellent track record in women's football and we are delighted to have him on board. His appointment is a clear demonstration of our commitment to building a successful and competitive women's team."
De Pauw's appointment is a sign of Aston Villa's commitment to investing in the women's game and building a successful team. He has a proven track record of success and will be a valuable asset to the club as they look to push on to the next level.
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