“I think with my little time here, after Erik ten Hag was sacked, the clubs I know years ago are now coming back. They only need to improve in this place. If we can ve able to solve that problem, no team in Europe can beat or draw us easily. The player we have there can not do that job”-Ruud Van Nistelrooy reveals Manchester United only problem after Chelsea 1-1 draw as he explains how the improve and solve the long term issue.
In an unexpected turn, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal team finds themselves trailing Premier League leaders Liverpool by seven points after the first ten matches of the season—a gap that wasn’t anticipated for a squad aiming to challenge at the top.
Adding to their recent challenges, Arsenal is now facing another setback as their sporting director, Edu, has decided to leave the club. Known as one of Arteta’s closest supporters within the management, Edu’s departure was first reported by the Daily Mail. The Brazilian made this decision following discussions with senior figures at Arsenal, but the exact reasons behind his departure have yet to be made public. An official announcement is anticipated within the next day.
Edu returned to Arsenal in 2019 after a notable stint as a player, where he was part of the celebrated Invincibles squad. His role as sporting director has been marked by substantial contributions to the club’s restructuring, and he has been instrumental in supporting Arteta’s vision since the manager’s appointment in December 2019.
Arteta once expressed his appreciation for Edu’s influence, stating in 2022, “I truly hope he stays with us for a long time. That would be invaluable for the club. Working with him has been fantastic; he’s a vital part of what we’re building. He embodies our club’s values and goals, managing an incredible amount of responsibility daily. For myself and the team, Edu’s role has been irreplaceable.”
Edu’s departure is likely to leave a significant gap within Arsenal’s management, potentially impacting Arteta’s ambitious plans and the club’s progress moving forward.
