Arsenal cuts 60 seats despite record revenues and the Champions League

In the heart of the Highbury headquarters, Arsenal executives have informed staff of the decision to cut sixty jobs, despite the Premier League title and record revenues of £772.7 million (about €903 million at the 30 June 2025 exchange rate).

Financial motivations

The club recorded total revenues of €903 million in the 2024/25 season, compared with €788 million the previous year, an increase of roughly 1.4‑5 %. Television rights revenues reached €318.9 million, boosted by the new UEFA Champions League format, while matchday revenues were reported at €179.9 million.

The reported figures vary: player‑related revenues between €95.5 million and €100 million, matchday revenues at €179.9 million and operating costs at €200.8 million.

Areas exempt from the cuts

According to the information provided, technical staff, performance‑support groups for the men’s and women’s teams, the youth sector, Arsenal Foundation activities, security personnel and employees dedicated solely to the women’s team will not be affected.

The total number of employees rose to 564 in the commercial and administrative areas as of 31 May 2025, up from 513 the previous year, with a slight increase among maintenance staff (from 112 to 116).

Mikel Arteta’s new contract

The Spanish manager signed a new deal last week lasting until 2030. The contract stipulates a base salary reported between £10 million and £20 million, with bonuses bringing the total to £23.6 million or £25 million per year, making him the highest‑paid manager in the Premier League. Over the four‑year term, the fixed component can reach roughly £80 million, while with all bonuses the total contract value can reach £100 million.

This is not the first staff restructuring: in August 2020, during the pandemic, Arsenal dismissed 55 employees, a decision that sparked protests among fans.