Overview
- Arsenal confirmed a new three-and-a-half-year deal for Slegers through June 2029 after months of discussions.
- Former striker Jodie Taylor is promoted to the club’s first technical director, linking recruitment, analysis and coaching as Clare Wheatley steps back from day-to-day duties.
- Slegers led last season’s UEFA Women’s Champions League triumph after moving from interim to permanent head coach following an 11-match unbeaten run.
- The team sits third in the WSL, eight points behind Manchester City, with several senior players approaching contract expirations as a multi-window refresh is planned.
- The restructure is intended to streamline football operations ahead of key transfer windows and a February UWCL playoff against OH Leuven.