Former Dundee United academy chief Andy Goldie has been announced as academy director for Southampton, the English Championship outfit have confirmed.
Goldie’s departure from current club Swansea City was confirmed on Thursday afternoon and quickly followed up by the Saints’ announcement.
The ex-United man is to start work with the south coast side on July 3, reporting to director of football operations Jason Wilcox.
#SaintsFC is delighted to announce the appointment of Andy Goldie as the club’s new Academy Director:
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) June 29, 2023
In his new role, Southampton say Goldie will be: “Responsible for the leadership, strategy and productivity of the club’s youth development programme from under-7s to under-21s, with the aim of nurturing and developing talented players on the pathway to the men’s first team.”
The youth specialist left Tannadice for Swansea last summer and was charged with reinvigorating the club’s youth system.
He also worked closely with the Swans’ former manager Russell Martin, who recently left to join Southampton.
Swansea have announced that Goldie will exit the club on July 2.
A statement read: “Swansea City can confirm Andy Goldie will be leaving his position as academy manager.
“Goldie will vacate his post on July 2, and Ryan Davies will take on the role of academy manager until further notice.
“The club would like to thank Andy for his work during his time at the club and wish him well for the future.”
United years
Prior to his year south of the border, Goldie took charge of United’s youth programme in 2019. Following a decline in status due to underinvestment, he oversaw its rise to Scottish FA ‘Elite’ recognition.
The Tangerines fielded sixteen home-grown talents on their way to finishing fourth in the Premiership in the 2021/22 campaign, including Rory MacLeod becoming the club’s youngest ever player.
He was succeeded as United’s head of academy coaching by Paul Cowie.
