Per Mertesacker leaves Arsenal: who will replace the club legend.

Departure of Arsenal academy director

Per Mertesacker, who has been leading Arsenal's academy, will leave the club at the end of the current season. He took this position in 2018, after finishing his professional football career.In his role as academy director, the 41-year-old former defender has nurtured several young football stars.

“Bukayo Saka, Ethan Nwaneri, Max Dowman and Myles Lewis-Skelly”

Thanks to Mertesacker's efforts, Arsenal's academy has the opportunity to present a new generation of talented players to the world.Mertesacker's departure from the club marks a new phase for Arsenal's academy. His contribution to the development of youth football is evidenced by the success of his protégés, who continue to represent the club at high levels. Mertesacker's successor will undoubtedly face a significant challenge in striving to maintain this positive momentum.