Bay FC nearing deal to bring in Paul Green as football chief
Bay FC is finalizing the appointment of Paul Green as head of football, according to sources. Green spent 13 years at Chelsea Women, helping the club win 19 major trophies. He would report to Bay Collective CEO Kay Cossington and focus on the NWSL club's performance issues.
Green's February exit from Chelsea concluded a 13-year stint where he initially served as an assistant coach before becoming general manager. He was deeply involved in player recruitment and played a key role in appointing Sonia Bompastor as the club's next manager.
At Bay FC, Green will concentrate exclusively on the NWSL team, reporting directly to Kay Cossington. The club currently occupies 15th place with six wins, and this hiring continues a trend of importing English football leadership, following the additions of Emma Coates and Gemma Davies.
This appointment could signal a broader shift in how NWSL clubs prioritize specialized front-office expertise, potentially raising competitive benchmarks across the league. For Bay FC players and supporters, Green's arrival may bring much-needed stability and a clearer recruitment strategy after a difficult season. His extensive international network could also influence player movement, as global talent may view the club as a more credible destination, potentially reshaping the team's competitive identity.