The Philadelphia Union removed the interim tag from Jon Scheer’s title on Wednesday.
Scheer was named the Union sporting director after serving in the interim role for the last few months.
“Jon has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, a deep understanding of our club philosophy, and a clear vision for the future of the Philadelphia Union,” Union principal owner Jay Sugarman said in a statement. “As we enter a new chapter for the organization, we are confident in Jon’s ability to lead our sporting operations and get us back on track with a culture centered around development, ambition, and sustained success.”
Scheer has been with the club since 2018. He served as the Union’s director of academy and player development prior to being the interim sporting director.
Bradley Carnell’s departure was made official on Wednesday as well.
“On behalf of the Philadelphia Union organization, I want to thank Bradley for his dedication and commitment to the club during his time here,” Sugarman said. “He brought professionalism and passion to his role, and we appreciate everything he has contributed to the team and the organization. We are confident that he will find success in his future coaching endeavors.”
“I want to thank the fans, the players, the staff, and everyone involved with this club for the support and commitment during my time here,” Carnell said via the team’s press release. “I’m proud of what we accomplished together and grateful for the relationships and memories we built along the way. To my staff and especially the players, thank you for your hard work and dedication through both the highs and the challenges, you inspired me every day and I appreciate the opportunity to have been part of this team.”
Philadelphia Union II head coach Ryan Richter has been named the club’s interim head coach.
Richter was a first-team assistant under Jim Curtin from 2022-24 before he took over as the Union II head coach in 2025 when Carnell was hired as first-team head coach.
“While the search for a new head coach begins immediately, we have full confidence in Ryan’s ability to lead the team through this transition, given his familiarity with the players and strong commitment to the club’s philosophy and style of play,” Sugarman said.
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