Marc Overmars to return to Arsenal
7 years, 5 months ago

Marc Overmars to return to Arsenal

Daily Mail  

Marc Overmars is set to return to Arsenal in a potential director of football role from next season. The former Gunners winger, who made 141 appearances and scored 40 goals for them between 1997 and 2000, has served as Ajax's director of football since the summer of 2012 but is poised to return to London. Marc Overmars is set to return to Arsenal next summer in a director of football-style role Overmars, pictured with Edwin van der Sar, has been Ajax's director of football for five years Manager Arsene Wenger has always been reluctant to work in conjunction with a director of football given that he is reluctant to delegate. Arsene Wenger has always been reluctant to the prospect of working with a director of football Overmars spent three seasons with Arsenal between 1997 and 2000, scoring 40 goals The behind-the-scenes shake-up comes after a difficult summer transfer window in which Arsenal failed in their pursuit of Monaco pair Kylian Mbappe and Thomas Lemar, despite offering £92million for the latter.

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Arsenal’s busy summer: A new centre-forward and tying down stars
1 month, 1 week ago

Arsenal’s busy summer: A new centre-forward and tying down stars

New York Times  

With the winter transfer window behind us, Arsenal are stepping up their recruitment process for a new sporting director. Previous sporting director Edu took pride in how he tied many of Arsenal’s key performers to new deals. GO DEEPER Inside Edu's Arsenal exit: Shock among staff, autonomy over transfers and what it means for Arteta Arsenal have several first-team players …

On this day in 2018: Arsene Wenger announces his Arsenal exit
11 months, 1 week ago

On this day in 2018: Arsene Wenger announces his Arsenal exit

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Appointed in September 1996, the Frenchman had presided over a glittering period …

Arsenal legend Marc Overmars hit with a one-year BAN from Dutch football after admitting to sending inappropriate messages to female colleagues during his time as director of football at Ajax
1 year, 4 months ago

Arsenal legend Marc Overmars hit with a one-year BAN from Dutch football after admitting to sending inappropriate messages to female colleagues during his time as director of football at Ajax

Daily Mail  

Marc Overmars has been suspended from football activities in the Netherlands for one year after admitting to sending inappropriate messages to female colleagues during his time at Ajax. The Arsenal legend, had been director of football at the Dutch side, before he left the club in February 2022 following the messages which took place 'over an extended period of time'. …

Overmars finds new job at Antwerp shortly after Ajax departure
3 years ago

Overmars finds new job at Antwerp shortly after Ajax departure

The Hindu  

Belgian side Royal Antwerp FC said on Monday it had signed former Ajax director Marc Overmars as its new technical director, little over a month after he left his job in the Netherlands over inappropriate behaviour towards female colleagues. Former Arsenal and Barcelona forward Overmars, 48, last month suddenly stepped down from his job at Ajax, as he admitted to …

Marc Overmars quits Ajax over 'inappropriate' messages to female colleagues
3 years, 1 month ago

Marc Overmars quits Ajax over 'inappropriate' messages to female colleagues

Firstpost  

Overmars had been in his post at Ajax since the summer of 2012 and recently penned a contract extension until 2026. Amsterdam: Former Dutch international Marc Overmars on Sunday resigned as sporting director of Ajax after admitting sending a “series of inappropriate messages” to female colleagues, the club announced. The 48-year-old Overmars, who won the Champions League with Ajax in …

Ajax director Marc Overmars quits over 'inappropriate messages' to female colleagues
3 years, 1 month ago

Ajax director Marc Overmars quits over 'inappropriate messages' to female colleagues

The Hindu  

Ajax director of football affairs Marc Overmars has left his role with immediate effect over a series of inappropriate messages sent to several female colleagues, the Dutch club said late on Sunday. Former Netherlands winger Overmars played for Ajax from 1992 to 1997 and became the director in 2012. Overmars, 48, said in a statement he was ashamed and his …

Arsenal legend Marc Overmars leaves Ajax after sending 'inappropriate messages' to female colleagues
3 years, 1 month ago

Arsenal legend Marc Overmars leaves Ajax after sending 'inappropriate messages' to female colleagues

Daily Mail  

Marc Overmars has left his role at Ajax after sending a series of 'inappropriate messages' to female colleagues, with CEO Edwin van der Sar admitting the situation is 'appalling for everyone'. Ajax admitted to Overmars' departure with a statement which said: 'A series of inappropriate messages sent to several female colleagues over an extended period of time underlies his decision …

Overmars quits Ajax over messages to female colleagues
3 years, 1 month ago

Overmars quits Ajax over messages to female colleagues

India TV News  

Highlights The club said a series of inappropriate messages sent to several female colleagues led to the call The 48-year-old Overmars started as director of football at Ajax a decade ago Overmars had a recently extended contract through June 2026 with Ajax Marc Overmars abruptly quit as director of football at Dutch champion Ajax after apologising for sending inappropriate messages …

Newcastle 'struggling to lure Erik ten Hag to St James' Park with Ajax boss 'concerned' over role
3 years, 5 months ago

Newcastle 'struggling to lure Erik ten Hag to St James' Park with Ajax boss 'concerned' over role

Daily Mail  

Newcastle are targeting Erik ten Hag to replace Steve Bruce but the new Saudi-led owners are struggling to lure the Ajax boss to St James' Park, reports claim. Newcastle are willing to make Erik ten Hag one of the highest-paid bosses in Premier League The club's new directors - including Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi pictured at Crystal Palace - …

Newcastle 'launch talks with Marc Overmars over Ajax chief joining Magpies as director of football'
3 years, 5 months ago

Newcastle 'launch talks with Marc Overmars over Ajax chief joining Magpies as director of football'

Daily Mail  

Frenkie de Jong, Matthijs de Ligt, Hakim Ziyech – Marc Overmars has developed and sold-on some top talent at Ajax. Overmars, the former speedy Arsenal, Barcelona and Ajax winger, re-joined the Dutch champions in 2012 as director of football and the club's blueprint of developing talent and dominating domestically is thriving. The Premier League side could kill two birds with …

Marc Overmars distances himself from Arsenal return
3 years, 6 months ago

Marc Overmars distances himself from Arsenal return

Daily Mail  

Former Arsenal winger Marc Overmars says he is committed to Ajax after being touted as a potential replacement for technical director Edu. Former Arsenal winger Marc Overmars distances himself from a potential return to the club Edu has faced heavy criticism with Arsenal bottom of the Premier League despite splashing out a club record £156million on six players during the …

Arsenal legend Arsene Wenger linked with return to management three years after leaving Emirates
3 years, 8 months ago

Arsenal legend Arsene Wenger linked with return to management three years after leaving Emirates

Daily Mail  

Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has been touted as the next national team manager for Switzerland. Therefore, he has been linked with the vacant role after Vladimir Petkovic stepped down following a seven-year stint to join French club Bordeaux. Arsene Wenger has been touted as the next national team manager for Switzerland According to Swiss outlet Blick, Wenger is one …

Arsenal takeover: Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira and Dennis Bergkamp involvement ‘fantastic’ in right structure
3 years, 11 months ago

Arsenal takeover: Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira and Dennis Bergkamp involvement ‘fantastic’ in right structure

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The involvement of Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira and …

Arsenal transfer news LIVE - latest rumours and gossip
4 years, 2 months ago

Arsenal transfer news LIVE - latest rumours and gossip

The Independent  

Mesut Ozil del Arsenal Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. That could mean the Gunners move on the …

Arsenal hierarchy 'annoyed over letting current AC Milan star Ismael Bennacer leave back in 2017'
4 years, 3 months ago

Arsenal hierarchy 'annoyed over letting current AC Milan star Ismael Bennacer leave back in 2017'

Daily Mail  

The Arsenal board are furious that the club let Ismael Bennacer leave the Gunners in 2017, with the midfielder now tearing up Serie A with AC Milan. Arsenal are annoyed that they allowed Ismael Bennacer to leave in 2017 The 23-year-old is now an integral part of the AC Milan side currently leading the Serie A table And according to …

Arsenal 'hold first interviews with candidates' in search for Unai Emery's permanent successor
5 years, 3 months ago

Arsenal 'hold first interviews with candidates' in search for Unai Emery's permanent successor

Daily Mail  

Arsenal have held their first interviews with candidates looking to replace Unai Emery as the club's permanent head coach, according to The Daily Telegraph. Arsenal have reportedly stepped up their search to permanently replace Unai Emery Freddie Ljungberg has taken temporary charge after Emery was sacked last Thursday It is a search that the report states will be led primarily …

Arsenal director Josh Kroenke explains Unai Emery sacking
5 years, 4 months ago

Arsenal director Josh Kroenke explains Unai Emery sacking

The Hindu  

Arsenal made the decision to sack Unai Emery over the past "several weeks" because it felt it was necessary if the club wanted to salvage its season, according to director Josh Kroenke. Speaking to Arsenal's website after addressing the team during training, Kroenke said: "Like all of our fans and supporters around the globe, we've been concerned about our recent …

Arsenal legend Paul Merson calls on the club to appoint 'top manager' Mauricio Pochettino
5 years, 4 months ago

Arsenal legend Paul Merson calls on the club to appoint 'top manager' Mauricio Pochettino

Daily Mail  

Arsenal legend Paul Merson wants the club to put their north London rivalry to one side and replace Unai Emery with axed Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino. Writing in his Sky Sports column following Arsenal's disappointing 2-2 draw at home to Southampton, Merson believes that 'top managers' like Pochettino 'don't come along too often'. Pressure is building on Arsenal manager Unai …

Luis Enrique 'not considering return to football' after being linked with Arsenal job
5 years, 4 months ago

Luis Enrique 'not considering return to football' after being linked with Arsenal job

Daily Mail  

Luis Enrique is currently not considering a return to football after he was linked with Unai Emery's position at Arsenal, according to reports. Luis Enrique is reportedly not considering a return to football amid links with Arsenal job Unai Emery is under mounting pressure after going five games without a win at Arsenal With the spotlight firmly on Emery, several …

Arsenal 'will NOT sack Unai Emery and are 100% behind the manager'
5 years, 4 months ago

Arsenal 'will NOT sack Unai Emery and are 100% behind the manager'

Daily Mail  

Arsenal bosses are determined to stand by manager Unai Emery despite the Gunners' disappointing start to the Premier League season. The 2-0 defeat at Leicester on Saturday confirmed the Gunners' worst start to a campaign since 1982-83, and pressure is mounting on Emery after a winless run of five matches in all competitions. Arsenal's board of directors believe Unai Emery …

Arsene Wenger to 'return to football in coming weeks'
5 years, 6 months ago

Arsene Wenger to 'return to football in coming weeks'

Daily Mail  

Arsene Wenger could be about to return to football in a technical role with FIFA. Arsene Wenger could be about to return to football in a technical role with FIFA Wenger left Arsenal in 2018 after 22 years at the club and has had offers to return to the game since then. While the role would be new at FIFA, …

Arsenal news: Emery receives huge boost as Rob Holding returns to action for the Under 23s
5 years, 7 months ago

Arsenal news: Emery receives huge boost as Rob Holding returns to action for the Under 23s

Daily Mail  

Rob Holding has given Arsenal a big boost ahead of the new Premier League season after returning to action with the Under 23s following his serious knee injury. Holding ruptured his cruciate knee ligament against Manchester United at Old Trafford last December and was expected to miss a chunk of the beginning of the 2019-20 season. Rob Holding returned to …

Arsenal-linked Marc Overmars extends Ajax contract
6 years ago

Arsenal-linked Marc Overmars extends Ajax contract

The Hindu  

Marc Overmars has ended speculation linking him with a return to Arsenal by extending his contract at Ajax through to June 2024. The Gunners are searching for a technical director and reportedly turned attention to their former winger after missing out on Monchi, who opted to reunite with Sevilla following a spell at Roma. Overmars appeared to be a strong …

Marc Overmars rejects Arsenal interest by signing new Ajax deal
6 years ago

Marc Overmars rejects Arsenal interest by signing new Ajax deal

The Independent  

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Arsenal must wait until summer to hire Marc Overmars as sporting director
6 years, 1 month ago

Arsenal must wait until summer to hire Marc Overmars as sporting director

Daily Mail  

Marc Overmars will not leave Ajax mid-season to become Arsenal’s sporting director, but he remains favourite to fill the role and could still join in the summer. Roma’s director of football, Monchi, is also being considered because of his fruitful working relationship with Arsenal manager Unai Emery at Sevilla. Marc Overmars will not leave Ajax mid-season to become Arsenal’s sporting …

Ex-Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger 'could return to football management within a month'
6 years, 1 month ago

Ex-Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger 'could return to football management within a month'

Daily Mail  

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is set to take up a new job in football within a month. Ex-Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is set to take up a new job in football within a month Wenger wants to get back to managing again after his spell of no work since leaving Arsenal The Frenchman is thought to miss the day-to-day …

Arsenal news: Bayern Munich want Sven Mislintat after breakdown in relationship behind the scenes at the Emirates
6 years, 2 months ago

Arsenal news: Bayern Munich want Sven Mislintat after breakdown in relationship behind the scenes at the Emirates

The Independent  

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Arsenal icon Arsene Wenger 'wants the Bayern Munich job amid Niko Kovac's struggles'
6 years, 4 months ago

Arsenal icon Arsene Wenger 'wants the Bayern Munich job amid Niko Kovac's struggles'

Daily Mail  

Arsene Wenger wants the Bayern Munich job amid doubts over Niko Kovac's future as manager. Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger - pictured at an event in London last month - wants the Bayern Munich job amid doubts over Niko Kovac's future Kovac is under pressure, with Bayern fifth in the Bundesliga after 12 games of the season There are suggestions …

Arsenal: Backroom staff follow Arsene Wenger out of the club ahead of new managerial appointment
6 years, 10 months ago

Arsenal: Backroom staff follow Arsene Wenger out of the club ahead of new managerial appointment

The Independent  

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Arsenal set to offer Jens Lehmann role on new-look coaching staff
6 years, 10 months ago

Arsenal set to offer Jens Lehmann role on new-look coaching staff

Daily Mail  

Arsenal want to offer Jens Lehmann a role on their new-look coaching team next season. And as Sportsmail revealed last month, Arsene Wenger's current No 2 Steve Bould is also set to remain at the club once the Frenchman leaves. Arsenal want to offer Jens Lehmann a role on their new-look coaching team next season Lehmann is set to remain …

Arsene Wenger steps down as Arsenal manager: A look back at when he signed a new contract in 2017
6 years, 11 months ago

Arsene Wenger steps down as Arsenal manager: A look back at when he signed a new contract in 2017

Firstpost  

Editor’s note: Arsène Wenger on Friday announced his decision to step down as manager of Arsenal Football Club at the end of the season. Looking back, there’s no doubt that the first decade of Wenger’s 1,175-match career as Arsenal gaffer was a lot more successful than the rest of it — marred as it was by stadium rebuilding debts, constantly …

Arsene Wenger to battle curbs on his power at Arsenal
7 years, 10 months ago

Arsene Wenger to battle curbs on his power at Arsenal

Daily Mail  

Arsene Wenger will fiercely stand his ground at Tuesday's Arsenal board meeting amid pressure to make significant changes to the way he runs the club. But Wenger will fight the club's attempts to enforce changes to his backroom team in a stand-off that could yet lead to the manager leaving the club. Arsene Wenger will fight proposed changes to his …

Arsene Wenger prepared to stay and accept structural change at Arsenal
7 years, 10 months ago

Arsene Wenger prepared to stay and accept structural change at Arsenal

The Telegraph  

Arsène Wenger has paved the way to remain Arsenal manager for another two seasons after indicating that he is now prepared to accept changes in the club’s footballing structure. As revealed by The Daily Telegraph in March, Arsenal have been assessing candidates for a new off-field role and, while Wenger reacted dismissively to the idea of a ‘director of football’ …

Marc Overmars calls Arsenal director of football role 'not exciting' but Arsene Wenger is not aware of talks
7 years, 11 months ago

Marc Overmars calls Arsenal director of football role 'not exciting' but Arsene Wenger is not aware of talks

The Independent  

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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger should pick successor – Usmanov
7 years, 11 months ago

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger should pick successor – Usmanov

Daily Mail  

Arsenal's second-largest shareholder Alisher Usmanov has come out in support of manager Arsene Wenger, claiming that the Frenchman should play a role in choosing his own successor. Alisher Usmanov says Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger should help pick his eventual successor Wenger's future has come under scrutiny after another disappointing title challenge 'I do not think that the coach alone is …

Arsenal transfer news: Per Mertesacker considering Germany return with Hannover keen to re-sign him
8 years, 5 months ago

Arsenal transfer news: Per Mertesacker considering Germany return with Hannover keen to re-sign him

The Independent  

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Arsenal transfer news: Julian Draxler, Shkodran Mustafi, Blaise Matuidi and Scott Dann latest updates
8 years, 7 months ago

Arsenal transfer news: Julian Draxler, Shkodran Mustafi, Blaise Matuidi and Scott Dann latest updates

The Independent  

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Arsenal would be crazy to sack Arsene Wenger... look at Manchester United, says Pires
10 years, 3 months ago

Arsenal would be crazy to sack Arsene Wenger... look at Manchester United, says Pires

Daily Mail  

But Pires points to the aftermath of Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United departure as an example of what can go wrong The Arsenal legend understands the concerns of the Gunners supporters Former winger Robert Pires believes Arsenal would be 'crazy' to sack under-pressure boss Arsene Wenger. Robert Pires in action for FC Goa in the Indian Super League in New …

Thierry Henry will replace Arsene Wenger as boss of Arsenal, according to Ray Parlour
10 years, 3 months ago

Thierry Henry will replace Arsene Wenger as boss of Arsenal, according to Ray Parlour

Daily Mail  

Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour has backed Thierry Henry to replace Arsene Wenger as manager at the Emirates one day. The Frenchman’s future is uncertain after he left New York Red Bulls at the end of the MLS season and has been linked with a return to Arsenal in a coaching capacity and Parlour has backed him to take the …

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