Arsenal have announced plans to make 60 staff members redundant, a decision that arrives alongside the publication of record-breaking club revenues. The proposed cuts are set to affect a number of departments, though the club has confirmed that football operations will be shielded.
The coaching group, performance teams for both the men's and women's sides, the academy, the community operation, The Arsenal Foundation, security personnel, and workers dedicated to the women's setup will not be impacted by the redundancies. A consultation process is now underway, meaning the final decision could still change.
This news follows the club's financial results for the 2024/25 season, which showed revenues hitting a record £691 million. A significant commercial boost, including the sale of training ground naming rights to Sobha Realty, contributed heavily to this figure. Despite the high income, the club recorded an overall loss of £1.4 million, meaning they almost broke even.
The announcement creates a stark contrast with recent on-field success and investment. Manager Mikel Arteta recently committed his future to the club until 2030 on a deal believed to make him the Premier League's best-paid coach, following last season's title win. The summer also saw a £150 million outlay on players including Bruno Guimaraes, who scored the winner against Leeds last week. Arteta's players previously took a pay-cut during the Covid period to help the club, a gesture he referenced when defending similar redundancy moves made in 2020, which saw 55 jobs cut.
This difficult off-field news arrives as the team enjoys a strong start to the new campaign. The current squad sits second in the Premier League standings. They will look to continue this momentum in their next fixture, an away trip to Nottingham Forest this weekend. The club's financial strategy, aiming for sustainability while competing at the top, continues to evolve as they consult on these proposed staff changes.
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