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Arsenal Technical Director James Ellis Leaves With Immediate Effect

The exit comes during a reshaping of the club’s recruitment structure under sporting director Andrea Berta.

Overview

  • Ellis departs roughly seven months after being promoted from head of recruitment to technical director last summer.
  • Initial word of the departure came from the Hand of Arsenal X account and was subsequently reported by multiple outlets, with no formal club statement cited.
  • Coverage describes the move as part of ongoing changes to football operations, with Andrea Berta taking on sporting director responsibilities.
  • Recent restructuring steps also include the hiring of former Napoli scouting chief Maurizio Micheli into a senior recruitment role.
  • Reports say it remains unclear whether Arsenal will appoint a replacement or promote internally, with planning for the summer transfer window still proceeding.