Former Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny has announced the successful completion of his UEFA A Licence, marking a significant step toward his coaching ambitions after departing from Arsenal earlier this year. The Egyptian joined Arsenal in 2016 from Swiss club Basel for £5 million, making 161 appearances and helping the club secure an FA Cup title in 2017.
Elneny’s final season with Arsenal was marred by a knee injury that limited him to just eight appearances across all competitions in the 2022/23 campaign. Arsenal narrowly missed out on the Premier League title, finishing second to Manchester City.
Despite his transfer to the UAE, the 32-year-old midfielder has remained committed to advancing his coaching qualifications. On Sunday, he proudly announced his UEFA A Licence completion on X, stating, “I am grateful for the opportunity to develop my coaching skills and knowledge, and I’m very excited for the journey ahead as I continue to grow and make a positive impact in the world of football!”
