Arsenal’s Top Executive Officially Submits Resignation

Arsenal have officially confirmed the departure of Edu Gaspar as the London club’s sporting director, with the Brazilian resigning ahead of an expected move that will see him work under Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis

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.”

Edu is leaving the Gunners to pursue a new project, reportedly taking on a role as a director within Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’s network of clubs. This network currently includes Olympiacos, Rio Ave, and Forest.

The Brazilian manager, who was part of Arsene Wenger’s “Invincibles” squad, returned to Arsenal in 2019 to take on the role of technical director.

Since 2022, he has been in charge of their men’s and women’s teams, as well as youth football.

Alongside coach Mikel Arteta, Edu played a key role in the recent reorganization of Arsenal, helping the club challenge for the Premier League title once more over the past two years.