Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta Opens Up on Edu Gaspar’s Decision to Leave the Club
Ahead of the team’s Champions League match against Inter Milan, Mikel Arteta provided insight into Edu Gaspar’s departure from his role as sporting director.
According to Arteta, Edu was presented with an extraordinary professional opportunity that aligns with his career goals. The manager believes this move is a step in the right direction for Edu.
The entire Arsenal team respects Edu’s decision, and Arteta echoed this sentiment, expressing his admiration for Edu’s desire to pursue a new path.
“Edu has been offered an incredible chance in a different role, and he genuinely believes it’s the best professional move for him. We must respect his decision and wish him all the best,”
Naijawebinfo reported on Monday that Edu Gaspar will be leaving Arsenal after five years with the club.
It’s worth noting that Edu Gaspar played for Arsenal from 2001 to 2005, contributing to the team’s success during that period, including winning two league titles and being part of the historic ‘Invincibles’ team in the 2003-2004 season.
Gaspar returned to the club in 2019 as technical director and was later promoted to sporting director in November 2022.
