Ex-Arsenal director on growth under 'red arrow' Arteta
Former Arsenal technical director James Ellis gives insight into life at Arsenal working with Mikel Arteta.
[Getty Images] James Ellis has witnessed Mikel Arteta's Arsenal revolution first-hand. More than that, he's been an influential figure in the club's rise. Ellis joined the Gunners from Fulham in 2021, and last summer was promoted to the role of technical director.
Prior to that he had been head of recruitment - playing a key role in identifying several of the squad battling to win the club's first Premier League title since 2004. He left the club in February following a restructuring of the football leadership team. So how does Ellis feel about the prospect of watching a parade he was due to be involved in?
He is magnanimous as he reflects on his departure, saying it doesn't rankle and insisting it hasn't diluted his ambition to return to football. And he provides an insight into the behind-the-scenes workings at the club. Title win 'wonderful for all staff at the club' Arsenal are top of the Premier League - six points ahead of Manchester City before the two teams meet at the Etihad Stadium this weekend.
On Wednesday, they reached the semi-finals of the Champions League. The Gunners have stuttered of late but remain in a strong position. When Ellis left, they were five points clear with 11 games to go.
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