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Arsenal director Josh Kroenke and chief executive Vinai Venkatesham attended a fans' forum on Thursday where they were quizzed about the club's involvement in the European Super League.It was announced on Sunday that the Gunners were one of six Premier League sides who had signed up to the controversial breakaway tournament as one of the 12 founding members.However, following intense backlash against the idea, Arsenal and the other five English clubs all withdrew from the competition on Tuesday.Kroenke and Venkatesham then addressed supporters at the fans' forum on Thursday and below is a full transcript of everything they had to say, courtesy of Football London.Venkatesham: "I just wanted to say first of all to all of you on this call and

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Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal's reputation has taken battering in "challenging" week

For all their marble halls, busts of great managers and tradition, Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal's reputation has taken a hit.

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Barcelona president echoes Arsenal chief's thoughts on joining Super League

It seems Arsenal have found an ally in their assessment that joining the European Super League was an opportunity they simply could not afford to miss out on.

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Josh Kroenke's grovelling Super League apology shows true weakness of Arsenal's owners

Arsenal chief Josh Kroenke issued a grovelling apology to supporters for the Gunners’ part in the European Super League abomination.

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How Stan Kroenke apologised to Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta over European Super League

Mikel Arteta has received a personal apology from Stan Kroenke over Arsenal’s intention to be part of the collapsed European Super League - and he is ready to move on.The Spaniard has watch his side struggle in the Premier League during his first full season in charge, but that has been overshadowed by the actions of his seniors.With both billionaire Kroenke and chief executive Vinai Venkatesham apologising to supporters over their involvement, Arteta has been contacted for a more personal touch.As well as their open letter, Venkatesham is said to have called Premier League chiefs at the other 14 clubs to try and make amends for their actions.In addition to his own chat, Arteta also revealed that the players had received a message.When

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Arsenal CEO Vinai Venkatesham phones round Premier League chiefs at other 14 clubs

Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has reportedly spent much of Wednesday grovelling to his furious Premier League counterparts.The Gunners were one of six English clubs to agree to become founding members of the seemingly failed European Super League.Along with Arsenal – Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham also joined, before subsequently leaving less than 48 hours later.The proposed breakaway left the remaining 14 Premier League clubs furious, with the plans set to see the ‘big six’ receive huge additional financial injections.It would have also created a closed shop in terms of qualification for the competition, meaning league position was no longer the deciding factor in

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Premier League ‘requests big six club chiefs step down from roles’ - or face being removed

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has reportedly contacted chiefs at big six clubs asking them to relinquish their roles on the working groups.Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea, and Manchester City have all received criticism this week over proposals for a new European Super League.Protests have been seen outside grounds of those involved with fans demanding owners leave their clubs. Though Sky News report that Masters has asked Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck and Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham to step down voluntarily from their roles or face being removed against their will.

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Arsenal chief executive explains controversial Mesut Ozil Uighurs decision

Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has denied that commercial interests came before backing former player Mesut Ozil when he attempted to raise awareness over mistreatment of the Uighur Muslim community.

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Arsenal chief Vinai Venkatesham's severe warning over football's "biggest problem"

Facebook and Twitter. He added he is “worried about the path we are heading on” if progress is not made.

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Arsenal plotting another bumper squad clear-out with four stars including Lacazette at risk

Arsenal plan another bumper squad clear-out next summer.The Gunners cut their wage bill by around £700,000 in January, but the Emirates' bean counters aren't finished just yet.Arsenal chiefs are looking for more ways to slash costs as the club continues to grapple with the economic uncertainty of coronavirus.Matchday income will remain non-existent for as long as supporters are unable to enter stadiums.While the north Londoners also have a £120million short-term loan to repay to the Bank of England.And with Champions League qualification also unlikely, Mikel Arteta's men are faced with a big financial shortfall.Chief executive Vinai Venkatesham tightened the purse strings last month by letting Mesut Ozil, Shkodran Mustafi and Sokratis

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Arsenal chief Vinai Venkatesham debunks Arsenal fan transfer theory

Arsenal chief Vinai Venkatesham has debunked a fan transfer theory over agent Kia Joorabchian.The Gunners have increased their Portuguese and Brazilian roster this summer, with Willian joining the likes of David Luiz and Cedric Soares at the Emirates Stadium. And the man behind it has been agent Joorabchian, leading fans to believe he has a major role at the north London side.

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Arsenal chief Vinai Venkatesham sends major Champions League warning to Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta has been warned that Arsenal belong in the Champions League and need to return as soon as possible.The Gunners were regulars in Europe’s elite competition for years under Arsene Wenger, featuring for 19 successive years up until 2016.But the club are about to embark on a fourth consecutive Europa League campaign after falling short in the Premier League in recent years.And Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham says things need to change soon, because the Champions League “is where the club belongs”.He said: “We need to get Arsenal back as a Champions League club. That’s where this belongs in my opinion.

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Arsenal transfer chiefs respond to criticism over club's policy amid super agent claims

Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham has spoken out amid fears super agent Kia Joorabchian may be exerting too much influence over the club.

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Mikel Arteta no longer Arsenal head coach as Gunners chiefs confirm key job change

Arsenal have handed Mikel Arteta more power - and given him the title to boot.

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Arsenal season targets outlined to Mikel Arteta as Gunners boss handed greater power

Mikel Arteta has been told Arsenal “belong in the Champions League” - and must get back among Europe’s elite.

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Raul Sanllehi's exit from Arsenal to impact Mikel Arteta's role in transfers going forward

Mikel Arteta will reportedly have more say in Arsenal ’s transfer business from now on after head of football Raul Sanllehi’s exit from the Emirates. The Gunners announced over the weekend that Sanllehi would be leaving the club as part of their restructuring template.Managing director Vinai Venkatesham will now absorb his role, but it is not only him who will have a more prominent involvement in transfers.

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Arsenal transfer structure outlined by Vinai Venkatesham after Raul Sanllehi sacking

Arsenal 's head of football Raul Sanllehi, managing director Vinai Venkatesham has explained the club's new transfer structure. With Sanllehi gone, Venkatesham has revealed that technical director Edu Gaspar and manager Mikel Arteta will be "responsible" for Arsenal's transfer business going forward.

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Raul Sanllehi's role in Philippe Coutinho talks as Arsenal exit causes transfer uncertainty

Arsenal have announced the departure of Raul Sanllehi in a huge twist in the summer transfer window.

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Raul Sanllehi's Arsenal spell ended amid links to agents and 'overpaying' for players

Arsenal have parted ways with Head of Football Raul Sanllehi, replacing him with managing director Vinai Venkatesham.

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Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke breaks silence on Raul Sanllehi's sudden departure

Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke has broken his silence on Raul Sanllehi's sudden departure in a joint statement with his son Josh.

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Arsenal announce head of football Raul Sanllehi has left Emirates

Arsenal have announced head of football Raul Sanllehi has left the Emirates.

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