Arsenal names former midfielder Edu as technical director while leaving Brazil

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Edu has been appointed technical director of Arsenal, the club announced on Tuesday.

The former Gunners midfielder leaves a similar role to Brazil's national team to join the North London club.

Edu spent five seasons at Arsenal before leaving for Valencia in 2005.

The club has confirmed its appointment Tuesday afternoon, Edu is ready to join his team when they will travel to the United States to begin their pre-season tour later this week.

This is the first time that they employ someone in a technical director role.

"As Technical Director, Edu will coordinate the work of our first team coaching team, academy and player screening and recruitment, to oversee the consistent constitution and effective strengthening of our team, "Arsenal said in a statement. the return of 41 years.

Edu, who was part of Arsene Wenger's Invincibles team in 2003/04, said: "Arsenal has always had a special place in my heart and I am delighted to be back in this great club with this new role.

"We have a strong team and very talented young players with fantastic people at all levels. I can not wait to help make a difference. "

The legend was greeted on Twitter by Ian Wright, Arsenal legend, who said, "Welcome home, my friend. Great meeting that moves the club in the right direction. Someone who understands what's needed and understands the club + our fans. "