Aston Villa have appointed Sevilla sporting director Monchi as president of football operations.
The 54-year-old Spaniard worked alongside Villa manager Unai Emery at Sevilla, helping the club win three Europa League titles together.
His appointment follows Monday's announcement that Christian Purslow is to step down as chief executive.
"I can't wait to work with Unai Emery again, one of the best managers in football," said Monchi.
Sevilla won the Europa League seven times during Monchi's two spells as sporting director, from 2000 to 2023, including three seasons in a row with Emery as manager.