Arsenal go into meltdown after Newcastle United loss as major boardroom exit confirmed
Edu is reportedly set to leave Arsenal as sporting director following their 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United.
A former Gunners player under Arsene Wenger, the Brazilian was appointed to the boardroom in 2019. While they have just the one FA Cup to show, his arrival has coincided with Arsenal competing at the upper echelons of the Premier League.
Edu was integral in giving Mikel Arteta his first crack in management - a decision that has proven a success. Questions are beginning to be asked about whether Arteta can get the Gunners over the line after the setback at St James’ Park.
Newcastle ended a five-game winless run in the top flight to put Arsenal to the sword on Saturday. Had Manchester City not slipped up against Bournemouth, Arteta’s men would have been eight points adrift in the title race.
As it happened, Liverpool completed a comeback victory to open up a six-point cushion over Arsenal. The Daily Mail now report that Edu will leave the club - and the timing has taken the Emirates hierarchy by surprise.
He had been addressing personal matters in Brazil but arrived on British soil late last week. In September, Edu outlined the club’s long-term goals following Arteta’s three-year contract extension.
But the 46-year-old now appears destined for the exit door just hours after Arsenal were humbled by the Magpies. Recent reports have suggested Edu could join Evangelos Marinakis' footballing dynasty.
The Greek businessman owns Nottingham Forest as well as Olympiacos and Rio Ave. It must be noted, however, that Arsenal are yet to make an official announcement.