Premier League champions, Arsenal, have told employees that the club plans to cut about 60 jobs as part of a cost-saving drive, barely a week after manager, Mikel Arteta, signed a new contract that runs until June 2030 and months after the Gunners won their first league title in 22 years.
The Athletic reported on Wednesday that the club informed staff of its intention to make 60 positions surplus to requirements, in a bid to make significant savings, with the cuts spread across a number of departments.
“The coaches will be among the departments unaffected, along with the performance backroom teams for the men’s and women’s sides, the academy, the club’s community operation, the Arsenal Foundation, security personnel and workers dedicated to the women’s setup, A consultation is underway and the decision could yet be subject to change.” The Athletic reported
The plan comes despite the club’s strong financial position,
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