Arsenal confirm shock exit for executive in major leadership reshuffle
Arsenal reveals new CEO and directors in board shake-up
- Arsenal is undergoing a significant leadership overhaul, with Richard Garlick promoted to Chief Executive Officer.
- Tim Lewis has stepped down as executive vice chairman, a move that has caused surprise given his influential role in Premier League politics, particularly his strong advocacy for financial regulation and opposition to state ownership.
- Several Kroenke Sports and Entertainment (KSE) executives, including Kelly Blaha, Otto Maly, and Dave Steiner, have been appointed as non-executive directors to Arsenal's board.
- Co-chair Stan Kroenke stated the changes reflect a desire for "evolution" and aim to integrate Arsenal more closely with KSE's broader sports assets.
- Garlick, known for his measured approach and previous roles at the Premier League and West Brom, replaces Lewis, whose departure is seen as a major shift given his close ties to Stan Kroenke and his involvement in past club restructurings.