This archive report was first published on 10 July 2019.
July 10, 2019
Arsenal has appointed Edu, a former member of their 2003-04 'Invincibles' squad, as technical director. Edu returns to the club after leaving his role as Brazil national team coordinator.
Edu, a former Brazilian international, spent five seasons with Arsenal between 2001-2005, winning two Premier League titles and two FA Cups. He was part of the team that went through the 2003-04 league season unbeaten.
"Arsenal has always had a special place in my heart and I'm thrilled to be returning to this great club in this new role," Edu told the club website.
He will work alongside the coaching staff, the academy, and recruitment staff to strengthen Arsenal's first-team squad.
Before joining Arsenal, Edu became director of football at Brazilian club Corinthians after hanging up his boots in 2012. He later joined the Brazil national team and helped them win their first Copa America title in 12 years on Sunday.
