Horseman named Arsenal Under-21s head coach

[Getty Images] Arsenal have appointed David Horseman as head coach of the club's under-21s team. Horseman arrived at Arsenal in September 2025 as the elite player development coach, taking charge of the under-19s in the Uefa Youth League and the under-21s in the EFL Trophy. The 42-year-old has previously held coaching positions at first-team and academy level at Southampton , Watford , Bristol Rovers , Forest Green Rovers and Manchester United . On his appointment, Horseman said: "I'm absolutely delighted and privileged to be appointed Arsenal Under-21s head coach, following in the footsteps of so many outstanding coaches who have held this position before me. "It's a huge honour to contribute to the continued success of an academy with such a proud history of developing players for our first team and the wider game." Academy director Pascal de Maesschalck added: "He has consistently demonstrated a clear understanding of how to manage our talented young players, both as individuals and as a team. "With his experience, positive mindset and drive, he will continue to help create the perfect environment to realise our objectives and help our young players to succeed."