NEWS · 16 Oct 2026
Arsenal boss Arteta says 60 job cuts aim to build success
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed the club's decision to cut 60 jobs was intended to create the success the team seeks. He said the move would help streamline operations and focus on performance.
Mikel Arteta, the Arsenal manager, was briefed that the club’s board had decided to cut 60 positions across the organisation. The announcement came after a review of the club’s staffing structure.
The decision was framed as a measure to "achieve the success we want to create," according to Arteta. He said the club believes the cuts will help it focus on its core objectives.
While the specific roles affected were not detailed, the reduction covers a broad range of positions, from administrative to support staff. The club aims to streamline its operations to better support its sporting ambitions.
Arteta expressed understanding of the need for the changes and stated that the club’s leadership believes the restructuring will help create a more efficient environment for success on the pitch.
Arsenal will continue to work on its strategy, with the club aiming to build a more focused structure that supports its future performance goals.