Former Tesco CEO joins Foot Locker

Foot Locker appoints Matthew Barnes as President of Foot Locker International

US sportswear retailer Foot Locker — acquired by DICK’S Sporting Goods in September 2025 — has appointed Matthew Barnes as President of Foot Locker International, effective 3 December. Barnes will report directly to Ed Stack, Executive Chairman of DICK’S, who oversees Foot Locker’s global operations. In his new role, Barnes will lead Foot Locker’s brick-and-mortar […] The post Foot Locker appoints Matthew Barnes as President of Foot Locker Inter…

Foot Locker welcomes former Tesco boss as international president

Foot Locker has named ex-Tesco CEO Matthew Barnes as its new international president. The exec will step into the role on 3 December, taking the helm across Europe, Asia and Australia. The appointment was made by the footwear specialist’s owner, Dick’s Sporting Goods, with Barnes reporting directly to CEO of Dick’s, Ed Stack. Barnes served as Tesco’s UK CEO from 2024 to May 2025. Related Story …

Former Tesco CEO joins Foot Locker

Drapers Former Tesco CEO joins Foot Locker Former Tesco CEO Matthew Barnes has been appointed as president of Foot Locker International, as the US sports retail giant delivered strong third-quarter growth and raised its full-year outlook.The post Former Tesco CEO joins Foot Locker appeared first on Drapers.

Foot Locker appoints Aldi veteran Matthew Barnes as CEO - RetailDetail EU

Matthew Barnes must reposition Foot Locker now that the sneaker stores have been acquired by Dick's Sporting Goods. The new CEO will take up his position on December 3.

Dick’s Sporting Goods appoints Matthew Barnes to lead Foot Locker International

Dick’s Sporting Goods has appointed Matthew Barnes as president of Foot Locker International, effective December 3.