Mikel Arteta defends job cuts at Arsenal to help club ‘evolve and create success’
Arteta signed new deal worth more than £20m a season
TL;DR
- Arsenal plans to cut up to 60 jobs, a decision defended by manager Mikel Arteta as necessary for the club's evolution and success.
- The restructuring began before Arteta's new contract was announced, and affected departments include catering and travel.
- The men's and women's first-team performance and coaching staff, along with the academy and community teams, are exempt from cuts.
- Arsenal's operating costs increased significantly in the 2024-25 campaign, prompting the owner to seek cost reductions.
- Arteta commented on Kai Havertz's goal-scoring struggles, emphasizing the importance of supporting players through difficult moments.