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Arsenal discusses technical director position with Pascal de Maesschalck

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:35 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Arsenal discusses technical director position with Pascal de Maesschalck

Summary

Arsenal has engaged in talks with Pascal de Maesschalck, the technical director of RC Strasbourg Alsace, regarding a position at the club. The Premier League champions seek a successor for Per Mertesacker, who recently departed from his role with the academy after eight years. De Maesschalck has previous experience as academy manager at AS Monaco, where he oversaw the development of several notable young talents. The discussions indicate Arsenal's focus on strengthening their youth development strategy and maintaining a strong pipeline of local talent.

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By the Numbers

•Talks with Pascal de Maesschalck are confirmed.
•Per Mertesacker has left his role as academy manager.
•De Maesschalck previously managed academy operations at AS Monaco.
•Arsenal seeks to develop young players as a priority.

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11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal hold talks with Strasbourg technical director Pascal de Maesschalck

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Arsenal have held talks with the technical director of RC Strasbourg Alsace, Pascal de Maesschalck, according to a report from The Athletic.The Premier League champions are in the process of finding ...
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