Arsenal reportedly have two of former players on their radar to replace Edu as sporting director, with ‘discussions initiated’ with one of them.

Arsenal are still reeling from the shock decision of Edu Gaspar to resign from his role as sporting director. The Brazilian has reportedly agreed to join Evangelos Marinakis’ multi-club model to head up operations and oversee many different sides.

Two former Arsenal players are reportedly being eyed up to become the club’s new sporting director following the shock resignation of Edu. It was announced on Monday that Edu had left his post at the Emirates and is expected to take up a role at Evangelos Marinakis’ group of clubs which includes Nottingham Forest.