Arsenal assistant manager Albert Stuivenberg has reached an agreement to extend his stay at the Emirates Stadium until 2027. While the 54-year-old Dutchman’s new deal is yet to be officially signed, Fabrizio Romano reports that the process is reportedly in its final stages.
This move aligns with the club’s efforts to secure long-term stability within the coaching staff, following Mikel Arteta’s own contract extension in September. According to The Athletic, Arsenal are also finalising new deals for several key members of Arteta’s backroom team, including set-piece coach Nicolas Jover, tactical assistant Carlos Cuesta, assistant Miguel Molina, and goalkeeper coach Inaki Cana Pavon. These extensions are expected to run through 2027, coupled with significant pay increases.
Stuivenberg’s football career took an unexpected turn when a freak injury at age 19 forced him to retire early. Pivoting to coaching, he spent 13 years at Feyenoord’s academy, where he played a pivotal role in nurturing talent, including future Arsenal star Robin van Persie. His extensive coaching career spans roles in the Netherlands, Belgium, Jordan, and England, including a stint as Manchester United’s assistant manager under Ryan Giggs and Louis van Gaal.
