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Former Manchester Airport boss Karen Smart given top job at Arsenal - reports

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The former boss of Manchester Airport has been given a top job at Arsenal football club, according to reports from The Athletic.

Karen Smart left her role as managing director of the south Manchester airport in April amid growing backlash over long passenger queues and staff shortages.

Manchester Airports Group (MAG), which owns Manchester, Stansted and East Midlands airports, confirmed Smart was to depart the role to pursue fresh opportunities and 'return to the south.' READ MORE: The Greater Manchester streets where people find it 'impossible' to see a doctor She has now been appointed as new chief operating officer for the north London Premier League side, The Athletic reports.

It's understood Smart, who replaced Hywel Sloman, began her new job last week. The role oversees the stadium, all facilities, IT and travel, and sits on the executive board.

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