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SMI Sports Management International (SMI World)

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About

SMI World is a North East–based football agency representing established professionals and academy prospects across the UK and abroad. Founded by ex-pros Lee Matthews and Mark Obern in 2007, the group emphasises end-to-end support for players and families, from contract negotiation and transfers to off-field life management.

Key People

CEO/Founder: Lee Matthews

Owner; FIFA Registered Agent - Co-Owner: Mark Obern — Owner; FIFA Registered Agent - Licensed agents / senior staff (selection): Robert Snodgrass; Ian Harte; Kevin Gall; Luke Rodgers; Scott McLaughlin; Leon Constantine

Notable Deals

2024 — Jack Clarke: Sunderland → Ipswich Town; ~£15m; five-year contract to 2029 - 2025 — James Hill: AFC Bournemouth contract extension to 2029 - 2023 — Hayden Hackney: Middlesbrough contract renewal to 2027 - 2025 — Ryan Wintle: Cardiff City extension to 2026 - 2025 — John Buckley: Blackburn Rovers → Al-Kholood (Saudi Pro League); permanent; undisclosed fee Fees shown are indicative estimates (not official).

Services

- Loans & contract negotiation - Transfers (domestic/international) and club recruitment support - Legal advicerelocation help - PR/media & commercialboot dealsfinance guidance - Lifestyle concierge (travel, tickets, vehicles, insurance, mobile)