Tottenham has strengthened his management team by hiring Vinai Venkatesham as the next Club Manager.
The former Arsenal executive will officially start its role this summer, bringing with it more than a decade of higher level experience of the Gunners’ front office.
Venkatesham, 44, played a decisive role in growth and development outside the arsenal during his mandate and will now assume the responsibility of Tottenham’s overall operations – both sporting and commercial.
“I am delighted to join Tottenham Hotspur this summer,” said Venkatesham on the club’s official website. “After taking the time to recharge and assess my options, I think it is an exceptional opportunity to work with Daniel, the board of directors and all the staff, to advance the club.”
It is rare that leaders move between the heavyweights of the Premier League, in particular between ferocious rivals. Venkatesham is now joining a limited group of football leaders, including Peter Kenyon and Omar Berrad, who have occupied major roles in more than a high -level club.
During his stay in Arsenal, he established solid links with external stakeholders such as the Premier League and the European Club Association (ECA), the relations he should continue to take advantage of the Spurs.
We are delighted to announce that Vinai Venkatesham will join the club’s board of directors as managing director (CEO) in summer.
– Tottenham Hotspur (@Spursificial) April 11, 2025
Venkatesham began his stay in Arsenal in 2010 as a leader in world partnerships and regularly climbed the ranks. In 2018, he was appointed Managing Director alongside Raul Sanllehi, who supervised football operations.
After the departure of Sanlehi in 2020, Venkatesham entered the role of the CEO and assumed complete leadership.
During his stay at the Emirates, he played a central role in major meetings, notably Edu, Mikel Arteta and Richard Garlick.
He left Arsenal at the end of the 2023-24 season, after having occupied six different roles in 14 years.
The hiring of Venkatesham could signify a wider remodeling of the direction of Tottenham. President Daniel Levy has been at the helm since 2001, but key positions under him have experienced a high turnover in recent years.
