Frank Arnesen statement

Chelsea Football Club released the following statement over the weekend:

"Chelsea Football Club is delighted to confirm that Frank Arnesen is to become sporting director with immediate effect. He will continue with his roles relating to the Reserves and Academy but will also now take on responsibilities relating to the co-ordination of first team activity and supporting the first team manager.

Frank will continue to report to the chief executive, Peter Kenyon. As Chelsea continues to grow rapidly, the board wanted increased senior support for the first team and new manager on a daily basis at Cobham to help assist the overall long-term football and business strategy of the club"

Frank has given his take on his new role on the Chelsea website here!

Congrats to Frank Arnesen.