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Arsenal to cut 60 jobs despite posting record £691 million revenue

Arsenal has announced plans to eliminate 60 positions across several departments while reporting a record £691 million turnover for the 2024-25 season.

Arsenal is preparing to dismiss 60 employees across multiple areas as part of a cost-saving strategy, despite having achieved a record £691 million turnover for the 2024-25 financial year. The club’s February financial release indicated a marginal overall loss of £1.4 million, but highlighted a £45 million jump in commercial revenue to £263.2 million, driven largely by the sale of naming rights for its training complex to Sobha Realty.

A consultation process with staff is currently in progress, and the final outcome may be adjusted. The redundancy plan was disclosed after Arsenal secured a 3-0 Champions League victory over Lille, with goals from Jurrien Timber, Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka. Manager Mikel Arteta dedicated the win to the recently deceased club president Ken Friar, praising his lasting influence on the organization. Arsenal’s next fixtures include a Premier League clash at the City Ground against Nottingham Forest and a recent league win over Leeds United.

Why it matters

The layoffs show Arsenal prioritising financial prudence even as it enjoys unprecedented revenue growth.

How this story developed

  1. Sep 30 Pep Guardiola publicly backs Manchester City after club found guilty of 114 charges
  2. Sep 30 The Premier League confirmed that Manchester City committed 115 financial rule violations, and Andy Burnham expressed gratitude to the club's owners for their investment in the city.
  3. Oct 2 The club must lodge its appeal by Friday 2 October.
  4. Oct 2 An independent panel concluded that Manchester City breached Premier League financial regulations by inflating its commercial income through fabricated sponsorship deals.
  5. Oct 2 Manchester City announced its intention to appeal the commission's ruling.
  6. Oct 4 Downing Street issued a statement clarifying that no one is above the rules.
  7. Oct 8 Manchester City filed its appeal on October 1, 2026.

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