Arsenal sporting director Edu is set to leave the Gunners in a huge blow for the club after playing a key role in the resurrgene over recent seasons.
The Brazilian rejoined the club he used to play for from 2001-05 in 2019 as technical director and stepped up to sporting director in November 2022.
The 46-year-old has been credited with securing big signings of players such as Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard, while his connections in his home country helped snap up the previously unknown Gabriel Martinelli.
The Daily Mail report that talks have been held between Edu and the Arsenal hierarchy but the Brazilian has decided to move on.
The reasons behind his departure and when it will happen are yet to emerge, although a ‘reshuffle in responsibilities among the Arsenal hierarchy’ has been reported.
Edu was alongside Mikel Arteta in September as the Spaniard signed a new contract with the club and spoke about the long-term future under the manager.
‘We are really happy that Mikel has signed a new long-term contract,’ said the Brazilian.
‘It’s a very positive and proud moment for everyone at the club and an important part of what we’re all working towards.
‘Mikel has shown his qualities since the very first day he joined us, not only as a football manager, but as a person with wonderful values.
‘It’s a very positive and proud moment for everyone at the club and an important part of what we’re all working towards.
‘Mikel has shown his qualities since the very first day he joined us, not only as a football manager, but as a person with wonderful values.’
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