It’s quite a twist in the microcosm of the Arsenal Gunners. Edu, the sporting director, is preparing to leave the club according to the Daily Mail. A very important loss for Mikel Arteta who sees one of his main allies disappear. A former Brazilian midfielder, Edu joined the club in 2019 as technical director before being promoted. During his tenure, he was the architect of Arsenal's transformation, playing an instrumental role in key recruitments, such as Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice.
One of the best sports directors in the world is leaving
Recognized as one of the best sporting directors in the world, Edu helped modernize the club's culture by providing strong vision and leadership. Although the exact reasons for his departure remain unclear, the decision is believed to be his own will and not a conflict within the Arsenal hierarchy. Since 2019, Edu has been personally involved in every major arrival and has been regularly photographed with the new signings, embodying Arsenal's revival.
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To summarize
Incredible news has hit Arsenal in recent hours, with a departure that could shake up everything at the Gunners. Indeed, Edu, great architect of the project led by Mikel Arteta, will leave the English club.
