Former Everton chief executive Trevor Birch start a new role with the EFL in January.
Birch has been Director of Football Operations at Tottenham Hotspur but will become the EFL's new chief executive in the New Year.
The 62-year-old, who was born in Liverpool, took up the job of Blues' chief exec in 2004 but lasted only around six weeks at Goodison before quitting.
Birch, it is believed, left over a difference of opinion about the way in which Everton was being run.
Recently he has been chairman of Swansea City before moving onto Spurs but says he could not turn down the chance to work for the EFL at this time.
Birch said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of Spurs, however the opportunity to play a role in the EFL at such a crucial time is one I couldn’t turn down.
"There is a big job to be done dealing with the effect of the pandemic, together with participating in discussions on the future structure of football and I hope I can make a meaningful contribution to that process.”
EFL Chair, Rick Parry said: “I am delighted to be able to welcome Trevor Birch to the EFL.
"Trevor’s vast experience has impressed me throughout our discussions in regards to the role, and having been a strong candidate in 2019 before withdrawing from the process, I am delighted that he has opted to take up the position and is able to join the League so promptly.
"I thank Daniel Levy for his understanding in this respect.
“I have known Trevor for many years and value the knowledge and expertise he has accumulated working with notable clubs at all levels of the game including a number of clubs in financial distress.
"I have no doubt that his acumen and experience will prove valuable for the EFL as we look to navigate our way out of the unprecedented set of circumstances presented to us by Covid-19 alongside considering the challenges of future reform to the pyramid as we look to develop long-term sustainability in the EFL.”
