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Arsenal targets Arnaldo Abrantes as new first-team doctor

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:35 AM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Arsenal targets Arnaldo Abrantes as new first-team doctor

Summary

Arsenal is pursuing Arnaldo Abrantes for the position of first-team doctor following the unexpected dismissal of Dr. Zafar Iqbal. Abrantes, who recently left his role as head of medical services at Aston Villa, previously served in the same position at Nottingham Forest. The change came days after Arsenal's Champions League final loss, leading to staff surprise over Iqbal's firing. Arsenal has not confirmed Iqbal's departure or commented on the situation regarding their medical leadership.

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By the Numbers

•Arnaldo Abrantes is expected to replace Dr. Zafar Iqbal at Arsenal.
•Iqbal was unexpectedly dismissed after the Champions League final.
•Abrantes has experience as head of medical services at Aston Villa.
•He previously held a similar role at Nottingham Forest.
•Arsenal has not publicly addressed the leadership change in their medical department.

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9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal target Abrantes after surprise doctor change

What they're saying

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Abrantes left Aston Villa at the end of the season and is understood to be in line for a senior role overseeing medicine and performance at Arsenal.Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Bongarts/Getty Images...
— Yahoo Sports

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