Tim Steidten

Arsenal seeks Edu’s replacement with Real Sociedad’s Roberto Olabe leading the race. Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes and former players Rosický and Mertesacker also considered.

Arsenal are in discussions with Tomáš Rosický to replace Edu, who is stepping down as sporting director, while Per Mertesacker is also a candidate.

Arsenal’s search for a replacement for outgoing sporting director Edu sees West Ham’s Tim Steidten emerge as a leading candidate for the role.

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