Berglund confirmed as MFF sporting director

Malmö FF have a new sporting director.

Philip Berglund, 34, takes the role effective immediately. The club confirmed the appointment today, validating Expressen's earlier reporting. (1) (2)

Berglund comes directly from Hammarby, where he worked as chief scout. He now steps into a significantly bigger job at MFF — leading the club's sporting operations and recruitment strategy.

"It's a fantastic opportunity," Berglund said in the club's press release. (6)

Behind the scenes, this was a competitive chase. Several clubs had Berglund on their radar, but MFF moved decisively to land him. (7)

Sources

  • 1. expressen.se — Klart: Philip Berglund blir sportchef i Malmö FF
  • 2. fotbolldirekt.se — Officiellt: Berglund ny sportchef i Malmö FF
  • 6. svt.se — Klart: Hammarbys scout får toppjobb i MFF
  • 7. aftonbladet.se — Allsvenskan inifrån: Spelet bakom Malmö FF:s värvning av Philip Berglund