Stewart Mairs, D.C. United’s analytics expert for more than three years, has emerged as the leading candidate to become the organization’s technical director, multiple people familiar with the selection process said Thursday.
Mairs would replace Dane Murphy, who departed after just four months to pursue an opportunity overseas. He was linked to an unspecified position with third-division Barnsley.
Mairs, a native of England, is currently the director of soccer strategy and analysis, working closely with Coach Ben Olsen and the technical staff in evaluating current players and potential signings, as well as preparing for opponents.