Arsenal have made a significant move by securing a key member of Chelsea’s backroom staff, as Mikel Arteta intensifies preparations for another Premier League title challenge.
According to Matt Law of the Daily Telegraph, sports masseur Paulo Ribeiro, who has been with Chelsea since the summer of 2009, will now join the Gunners.
Ribeiro’s tenure at Chelsea saw him become a highly respected figure within the club, working alongside several high-profile managers including Jose Mourinho, Rafael Benitez, and Antonio Conte.
His departure marks the end of an era at Stamford Bridge and adds to the recent behind-the-scenes changes, with academy directors Neil Bath and Jim Fraser also leaving the club earlier this week.
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Despite his longstanding service, Ribeiro will not have the opportunity to work with Chelsea’s new head coach, Enzo Maresca. Instead, he will bring his extensive experience to Arsenal, integrating into Arteta’s setup as they gear up for the upcoming season.
Ribeiro is set to join Arsenal later this month when the team commences their pre-season training camp. His addition is seen as a strategic move by Arteta, who is aiming to build on the team’s recent successes and mount a serious challenge for their third consecutive Premier League title.
The move underscores Arteta’s commitment to enhancing every aspect of his squad, ensuring they are well-prepared both physically and mentally for the rigors of the Premier League. With Ribeiro’s expertise, Arsenal hopes to gain a competitive edge in their relentless pursuit of domestic glory.