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Arsenal have a new man in charge after behind the scenes shake-up, it's not Stan Kroenke

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“I think it’s actually a good move. I think they’ve strengthened everything behind the scenes.



I see the experience of the new directors coming in is very much financial, and so I think they want to expand the Arsenal brand internationally. “Now they’re getting a more cohesive team behind the scenes that’s going to be in lockstep with the manager and the football side, and that is a very good sign for Arsenal.

“I see this as a very promising sign, and I think it’s the end of the upstairs-downstairs atmosphere that Tim Lewis helped perpetuate. So I think it’s a good move that he’s gone.”Arsenal board battling to beat UEFA’s financial regulationsThe newly reshuffled board has an immediate problem on its hands, as Arsenal are reportedly close to breaching UEFA financial regulations.Credit: ImagoThat is according to former Manchester City financial adviser Stefan Borson, who claims that the Gunners must be careful regarding their squad cost.Clubs in European competitions are required to keep spending on player wages and fees to 70 per cent of revenue.However, Arsenal could improve their squad cost ratio if they win all of their Champions League games before the end of this calendar year, due to the prize money they would receive.For more Arsenal and exclusive news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.