The Anfield club have announced a drastic reduction in staff, with the termination of 60 contracts starting November 1st. The operation, aimed at containing costs, was described by the club president as a necessary measure to realign human resources and ensure long-term financial sustainability. According to estimates, the annual cost reduction is expected to be between five and seven million pounds, an amount that the club believes is sufficient to maintain competitiveness in the market.
Meanwhile, manager Mikel Arteta has received a new contract tying him to Arsenal until 2030, with an annual salary of more than £20m. With this agreement Arteta becomes the highest paid manager in the Premier League, confirming the club's willingness to invest in its long-term vision. During the press conference, Arteta explained that the decision to make staff redundant was the result of an in-depth analysis conducted at club level, with the aim of assigning more appropriate roles and continuing to invest in key projects.
Arteta underlined that the choice to cut staff does not concern the players on the pitch, but focuses on support and administrative roles. “It was explained that the analysis aims to evolve the club and improve internal operations,” he said. “Difficult decisions need to be made to assign people to the right roles and continue to invest to achieve the goals we have set.” The technician asked for respect for the decisions made, recognizing that he was not the best person to answer all the questions.
The club has entrusted strategic planning to Boston Consulting Group, a management consulting firm known for its operational solutions. According to English sources, the BCG examined Arsenal's entire organizational structure, identifying areas of inefficiency and proposing targeted interventions. The consultancy highlighted that, although there are no cuts in technical staff, it is necessary to review support processes to optimize resources.
With Arteta's renewal and cost-cutting, Arsenal prepare to enter the 2026-27 season with a leaner structure and a renewed focus on competitive success. The club said that, despite the difficulties, it will continue to invest in young talent and maintain its leading position in the Premier League. The next few months will be crucial to verify whether the measures adopted will bring the desired results and whether Arteta will be able to lead the team towards ambitious goals.