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Arsenal's Head of Sports Science Departs: A New Direction for Mikel Arteta's Backroom Staff

As Arsenal's performance department undergoes a transformation, Tom Allen, the head of sports science and performance, is stepping down due to an internal review of fitness protocols.

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Arsenal's Head of Sports Science Departs: A New Direction for Mikel Arteta's Backroom Staff

Arsenal's head of sports science leaves in wake of internal review as shake-up of Mikel Arteta's backroom staff continues

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The Shift in Arsenal's Backroom Staff

The latest development at Arsenal has seen Tom Allen, the long-standing head of sports science and performance, step down as part of the club's efforts to revamp its performance department. This departure marks a significant change in Mikel Arteta's inner circle, as the Gunners continue their shake-up of the backroom staff.

Published on Jun 29, 2026