An Argentinian with a strong character will settle down in London. Former OM, Real and Mu player, joins Arsenal … but not on the field. In the shade, he will support Arteta in his quest for titles.
Arsenal no longer stops. After Kepa and the imminent arrival of Zubimendi, the Gunners also strengthen behind the scenes. After ASGabriel Heinze is about to integrate Mikel Arteta's staff. At 47, the Argentinian swaps his main coach costume for that of right arms.
The departure of Carlos Cuesta, named Parma coach, left a vacuum. Heinze comes to fill it. And no chance: he and Arteta have known each other since their common visit to PSG (2001-2002). A time when Heinze chained the rough tackles, and Arteta learned the profession.
The CV speaks for him. Manchester United, Real Madrid, OM. Coach then, especially in Argentina (Vélez, Newell's), and an express detour by Atlanta United. Mixed experiences, but an intact passion.
In Arsenal, he will not be in light. But he will bring his requirement, his reading of the game … and undoubtedly a few salutary rants. Arteta, assumed perfectionist, surrounds himself with a man at his height: frank, loyal, intense.
