A number of former Arsenal stars are still involved at the club. Of course, Mikel Arteta is now the manager at the Emirates Stadium. Meanwhile, Edu is Arsenal’s sporting director, Jack Wilshere is in charge of the under-18s side, and Per Mertesacker oversees the academy. This quartet all once plied their trade for the Gunners during their playing days. This means that they have a real connection with the club, understand its inner workings, and know what the fans demand and expect. In his role as the director of the Hale End academy, Mertesacker has a huge influence on the upcoming generation …
