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Arsène Wenger — Visionary football executive and record-breaking former Arsenal manager
Keynote speaker

Arsène WengerVisionary football executive and record-breaking former Arsenal manager

Based in
UK
Fee tier
Marquee£25k – £50k indicative · subject to negotiation
Languages
English, French
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About Arsène Wenger

Arsène Wenger is one of the most influential figures in sporting history, best known for his record-breaking 22-year tenure at Arsenal. Arriving in English football after successful spells at Monaco and Nagoya Grampus Eight, he fundamentally modernised the game by introducing scientific coaching, rigorous nutritional standards, and advanced tactical analysis. Under his guidance, Arsenal secured three Premier League titles and seven FA Cups, including two prestigious League and Cup doubles. His most iconic achievement remains the 2003-04 Invincibles season, where his squad completed an entire league campaign without a single defeat. Beyond his silverware, he was the architect of the club's transition from Highbury to the Emirates Stadium, balancing financial sustainability with a commitment to attractive, attacking football and the development of emerging talent. Since 2019, he has applied his vast expertise to a global scale as FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development, where he oversees the growth of the sport across all continents. This role follows a career defined by a cerebral approach to leadership and an unwavering belief in excellence and innovation. As a speaker, he offers unparalleled analysis of high-performance culture and the long-term management of elite teams. Audiences book him for his ability to translate the complexities of sporting strategy into universal principles of leadership and organisational transformation. On stage, Arsène Wenger is best known for talks on Leadership, Team Building and Sports Management. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Leadership & Coaching and Sport, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Arsène Wenger is regularly booked for Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Arsène Wenger travels internationally for engagements and can present in French as well as English. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Arsène Wenger would approach your audience.

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Testimonials

"What struck me was how much of his experience from coaching in major league sports translates directly to any high-performing team. His thoughts on maintaining focus and adapting strategies were particularly insightful for us. It really reframed some of our challenges."
Chief Product Officer, tech startup, Seattle
"His perspective on how to build and sustain a cohesive unit over many years, even with constant change, was exactly what we needed to hear. He didn't just share general ideas; he gave us a clear framework for thinking about long-term team development. Everyone left with a lot to consider."
CEO, national association, Chicago
"He was absolutely brilliant. His talk offered really solid takeaways on navigating difficult periods and keeping morale high, which applies to any competitive environment, not just football. It wasn't just interesting; it was genuinely useful for our leadership group."
Director of Operations, professional services firm, Manchester

Frequently asked questions

How do I book Arsène Wenger?
Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Arsène's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
How much does Arsène Wenger cost to book?
Arsène Wenger sits in our Marquee fee tier (£25k – £50k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
What topics does Arsène Wenger speak on?
Arsène speaks on Leadership, Team Building, Sports Management.
What languages does Arsène Wenger present in?
Arsène presents in English, French.
Where is Arsène Wenger based?
Arsène is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.