Who is Sudarshan Gopaladesikan? Newcastle United's Indian-origin technical director
Gopaladesikan's journey into elite sport started far from the footballing limelight. After completing an internship at Infosys in India, he moved to the United States to pursue a PhD in biokinesiology and physical therapy at the University of Southern California. There, he developed expertise in human movement, injury prevention, and data-driven performance science.His career in elite sport began with the Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball, followed by a stint at the English Institute of Sport — working with Olympic and high-performance athletes across disciplines."I'm delighted and honoured to be joining Newcastle United as Technical Director. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with clubs that have deeply passionate fanbases and Newcastle stands out for its unique connection between the team, the city and its supporters," Gopaladesikan said.Football came calling soon after. He joined Manchester City's City Football Group as Lead Data Scientist, working within one of the most analytically advanced football structures in the world. His work focused on using data to improve player output and prevent injuries. He later moved to Chelsea as Head of Sports Science and Data, working at the heart of another top Premier League club's performance team.Now, at just 36, he joins Newcastle United as they look to modernise and build a sustainable sporting structure for long-term success.'Sudarshan is an innovative, forward-thinking leader with experience across multiple sports,' said Newcastle CEO Darren Eales. 'He brings a track record of elite performance and will be an integral part of our future.'Gopaladesikan's role may not dominate headlines, but in the world of sports science and football intelligence, it's a vital one.- Ends
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