Manchester United partner with Stormzy and adidas for #MERKYFC campaign

Following the launch, Stormzy, founder of #Merky Foundation, said: “Just 6.7% of senior roles in football are taken by someone who identifies as Black or mixed Black heritage. We barely see any black Team Managers, Coaches, Sports Presenters, Assistants, Ops Managers, Sales Managers, Accountants, Marketing Managers or Physiotherapists – the list goes on, nor are many of us even aware of the vast roles available within the football industry. Through the #MerkyFC initiative we hope to inspire real change within this field as part of my wider commitment to support racial equality in the UK. 

With the support of adidas and the additional 10 partners, we will be in a position to aid the people who may have experienced disadvantages during their football career pathway. We strongly encourage other companies to join us in our mission.”