Arsenal lose top scout Eddie Black to Newcastle United as the Magpies look to strengthen their recruitment.

Eddie Black, Arsenal’s esteemed North of England and Scotland Emerging Talent Scout, has been hired by Newcastle United, the club he supports.

Black has assumed the position of Academy Lead Scout at his new club, leaving a void in Arsenal’s talent identification ranks.

Eddie Black’s accomplishments at Arsenal

During his tenure at the Emirates Stadium, Eddie Black played an instrumental role in unearthing promising talents for Arsenal and his expertise in identifying and nurturing emerging players was a valuable asset to the Gunners.

Black’s departure marks a loss for Arsenal but signals a new chapter for Newcastle United’s scouting department.

Newcastle’s revamped scouting and recruitment strategy

Newcastle United’s Sporting Director, Dan Ashworth, has been actively working on bolstering the club’s recruitment staff.

The addition of Eddie Black is part of a larger initiative to strengthen Newcastle’s scouting network.

The club plans to announce several more scouting and recruitment positions, including the appointment of seven international scouts across Europe, a Head of Emerging Talent, and a Recruitment Operations Manager.

Eddie Black’s statement on his appointment

Upon being appointed as Newcastle’s Academy Lead Scout, Eddie Black expressed his gratitude to Arsenal and excitement for his new role.

“I would like to thank everyone at Arsenal,” Black said.

“It was a pleasure working at such a great club. Excited to be working for the club I support and being part of the project,” he added.

Arsenal travel to Newcastle on 7 May for a 4.30pm kick-off, live on Sky Sports.