Chelsea’s head of international scouting Scott McLachlan has left the club after 11 years.
McLachlan is departing for a new challenge and set to take on a high-level role elsewhere in football after a period of gardening leave.
He had decided to move on before Chelsea’s ownership issues and takeover though stayed on to help the club’s new owners through the initial transition period following their purchase and their first transfer window. The sanctions placed on Chelsea also delayed his exit.
The respected McLachlan is understood to be leaving with the blessing of the new owners and best wishes of those he will leave behind and after being a key figure in the club’s recruitment during a period when they have won every major honour, including some twice.