ARSENAL technical director James Ellis has confirmed his departure from the club after five years at the Emirates.
Ellis joined the Gunners in 2021 as a scout for the first team, but rose through the ranks during his time in North London.
He was appointed technical director last summer as part of a restructure that involved Andrea Berta becoming sporting director.
But nine months into the role, Ellis has left Arsenal and confirmed the news via a statement on LinkedIn.
Ellis said: “Time to take the next step…
“Sport is a wonderful sector to work in, I am very very lucky to have worked in the industry for 25 plus years.
“My journey in Sport, from participation, rejection, education, coaching, scouting and senior leadership has made me who I am, and I owe this exposure to so many people along the way.
“I have been fortunate enough to work and contribute to some outstanding Sporting organisations, in the UK and abroad in High Performance and the Football industry (non league through to Elite level Premier League Clubs), which I hope in a small way I have left in a better position than when I started.
“I recently departed Arsenal Football Club, where in nearly 5 years I gave my all in an attempt to help contribute to supporting the development of elite level club and its high performance environment.
“The most notable memory of my time there, was coming across a number of wonderful people who (from various backgrounds and various levels of expertise), saw the world of opportunity, responsibility, custodianship and contribution the same as I do.
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“I would like to wish the Club the very best for the future.
“Thank you to everyone who has so far in my career, helped shape me, learn so much from and help me find a course that supports my desire to support others, fulfill their potential and support organisations achieve their ambitions.
“I look forward to the next opportunity to continue to do so.”
