Arnesen starts today

Last updated : 01 September 2005 By Paul Lagan

Frank Arnesen starts his new job as Chelsea sporting director today.

Following his acrimonious departure for Tottenham, Frankie boy has being on gardening leave.

Now, that he starts, Chelsea will be hoping Arnesen, who is widely regarded as having one of the best contacts books in the business, can bring in fresh talent at a fraction of the cost of Chelsea recent buys.

Arnesen will have the pulling power of Chelsea behind him, something he did not have at Spurs.

Jose Mourinho has stated that Arnesen: "will improve the club in general terms."
"In relation to my job, it will be the same. But, of course, I will have in him a person with a lot of experience in his area and someone I will be looking for when I need some advice or information.

"That's the reason why he's coming - he can be a plus for some areas in the club.

"In spite of him not working directly with me, we work for Chelsea so we have to co-operate. I have known him personally for many years and I am pleased he is coming."