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Arsenal Board Shake-Up: Tim Lewis Exits, New CEO Appointed

9/26/2025

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Arsenal executive vice-chairman Tim Lewis was removed from the board during the September international break after five years on the board.
He declined a non-executive director role, leading to his exit.
Richard Garlick was promoted to CEO, and four board members were appointed, signaling Josh Kroenke's increased involvement.
Lewis aided Arsenal's transfer successes and pandemic-era restructuring. His confrontational style strained rivals.

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Story summary

Arsenal executive vice-chairman Tim Lewis was removed from the board during the September international break after five years on the board.
He declined a non-executive director role, leading to his exit.
Richard Garlick was promoted to CEO, and four board members were appointed, signaling Josh Kroenke's increased involvement.
Lewis aided Arsenal's transfer successes and pandemic-era restructuring. His confrontational style strained rivals.