Arsenal have announced that Edu Gaspar has resigned from his position as the club's Sporting Director.

Edu joined Arsenal as Tecnical Director in 2019, and was promoted to Sporting Director in November 2022.

The former Arsenal midfielder has overseen men’s, women’s and academy football.   

Arsenal stated: "We thank Edu for the part he has played in our renewed football strategy and driving the club forward with the values of Arsenal in his heart."

Edu said: “This was an incredibly hard decision to make. Arsenal has given me the opportunity to work with so many amazing people and the chance to be a part of something so special in the club’s history.

"It has been a special journey and I thank Stan, Josh, Tim and Lord Harris for the support they’ve given me.  

“I’ve loved working with so many great colleagues across our men’s, women’s and academy teams, especially Mikel, who has become a great friend.

“Now it is time to pursue a different challenge. Arsenal will always remain in my heart. I wish the club and its supporters only good things and all the very best.”

Arsenal Co-Chair, Josh Kroenke, added: “We respect Edu’s decision and thank him for his immense contribution and dedication to drive the club forward.  

“Everyone at the club wishes him well. We are all so fond of him and the positive energy he brings to everything and everyone.  

“Change and evolution is a part of our club. We remain focused on our strategy and winning major trophies. Our succession plan will reflect this continued ambition.”

I’ve never understood why anyone would want to leave The Arsenal but then that’s just me. We must wish Invincible Edu good luck in his new endeavours after bailing halfway through a project that would’ve made him a legend in his second career too. Maybe one day he’ll regret it pic.twitter.com/vK0BkQDPPq

— Layth (@laythy29) November 4, 2024