Raul Sanllehi is delighted with his promotion at Arsenal.

Sanllehi has been named 'head of football' for the Gunners after Ivan Gazidis' departure for AC Milan was confirmed.

Sanllehi told the club's website: "Although I joined Arsenal just months ago, I've felt embraced by this great club and part of its family from the first day. I will do everything possible to maintain our strong values which will be as fundamental to our future as they have been in our past.

"I sincerely thank Arsenal's board for their trust in us and thank Ivan for bringing me to this great club, and for consistently supporting me every day, in every way. It's with overwhelming pride and utmost excitement that I face this new opportunity."