Much like the work carried out under former sporting director Edu Gaspar, Arsenal are being just as considered in appointing his replacement. The wait for that figure to be named is coming to an end, though.
football.london understands that there are numerous candidates being considered for the highly important role. Current interim Jason Ayto is among them.
He oversaw the January transfer window – which has now frustrated many as it left Mikel Arteta without additional attacking support and no backup for Kai Havertz. Whoever is picked to replace Edu on a full-time basis will have to work closely with Arteta.
Between them, the two ex-players helped to transform Arsenal over a number of years. It is reported by The Athletic that Dan Ashworth, Andrea Berta, Roberto Olabe, and Thiago Scuro are also options.
A final decision is set to be made in March with interviews being held next month. Here, football.london writers give their thoughts on the names listed and decide who should be called to the post.
Tom Coley
Sporting directors are very hard to judge. There are so many different factors at play and reasons for success or failure. It is rarely transferable to other clubs.
