Arsenal announce major chairman shake up in ‘long-standing show of commitment’
ARSENAL have shaken the club’s hierarchy up with some fresh appointments at the top.
The Gunners’ majority shareholder Stan Kroenke and his son Josh have become Co-Chairs.
Tim Lewis, on the other hand, has been announced as the North Londoners’ Executive Vice-Chair.
Arsenal issued the following statement: “The appointments are a recognition of how our leadership structure has evolved over the past several seasons since Kroenke Sports & Entertainment assumed 100 per cent ownership of Arsenal Football Club in 2018.
“Stan, Josh and Tim have worked together to drive our club forward and their appointments bring clarity to our structure that reflect their roles and responsibilities and will ensure we continue in our pursuit of progress and success.”
Stan stated that the changes have been implemented as part of the family’s “long-standing commitment” to Arsenal.
The American supremo also confirmed that he is planning to build the club as champions challenging for trophies every season.
Stan said: “This is a simple evolution as part of us all driving Arsenal forward and further reaffirms our family’s long-standing commitment to this great club.
“Stability in football has never been more important as we move past the pandemic, and we believe this is the perfect time to formalise these roles.
“Our objectives and ambition will never waver – to field teams that compete for trophies at the highest level and lead our club in a way that inspires our passionate supporters around the world.
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“Supported by our Director, Phil Harris, and together with our Executive Team and all our wonderful people, we have an incredible opportunity to build on the values and traditions of Arsenal Football Club.”
This comes amid a stunning season that sees Arsenal challenging for their first Premier League title since 2004.
Mikel Arteta‘s men are currently top of the table with five points separating them from second-placed Manchester City.