Overview
- Slegers’ new three-and-a-half-year contract runs to June 2029 after months of negotiations.
- Former striker Jodie Taylor is promoted to technical director to connect recruitment, analysis and coaching, with Clare Wheatley stepping back from day-to-day liaison.
- Arsenal sit third in the WSL, eight points behind Manchester City, and face a Champions League playoff against OH Leuven in February.
- A squad refresh is expected with several prominent players out of contract this summer, including Beth Mead, Kim Little, Katie McCabe and Caitlin Foord.
- Slegers led Arsenal to last May’s Champions League title over Barcelona, and the club wants to give her multiple windows to shape a younger, more resilient side.