Sydney FC have announced the appointment of Dr. Jan Voss as the A-Leagues club’s new chairman in a strategic board restructure.
Voss’ arrival after Scott Barlow stepped away from the Sydney board following 13 years of service signals a “bold new chapter” for the Sky Blues.
Part of a broader strategic board restructure “aimed at propelling Sydney FC’s international profile and forging high-impact global partnerships”, Voss is the President of Ferrari Australasia and an accomplished international executive.
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Sydney FC have also welcomed back inaugural chairman Walter Bugno, along with tech entrepreneur Sebastian Gray as they seek to “expand (the club’s) reach beyond Australia and embrace the global nature of modern football”.
“This is a pivotal moment for Sydney FC,” said Voss, with the A-Leagues outfit continuing to focus on winning trophies, producing high-calibre young players and ensuring long-term sustainability.
“I am honoured to be appointed Chairman and to work alongside a Board that is deeply passionate about football and our club’s future.”
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“The globalisation of football presents both opportunities and imperatives,” added Dr. Voss.
“After 20 years of success and stability, we are evolving.
“With a strong and stable ownership base and a renewed focus on innovation, commercial growth, and elite performance, Sydney FC is more ready than ever to embrace the challenges of the modern football landscape.”
Of outgoing chairman Barlow, who spent 13 years in the role, Voss said: “I wish to thank Scott for his extraordinary leadership and commitment over the past two decades.
“His 13 years as chairman have laid the foundations for the club’s next era of growth and international ambition.”
