New York City FC boss and former Manchester City Women manager Nick Cushing has ruled himself out of taking the vacant Head Coach position at Arsenal Women.
Nick Cushing just “confirmed” to me in his press conference that he will be with @newyorkcityfc next year. And that there has been no contact from #Arsenal about their women’s team. #DaleNewYork
— Roberto Abramowitz (@RobAbramowitz) November 7, 2024
In his NYCFC press conference yesterday, Cushing said ‘I will be here next year’ and ruled himself out of the job at Arsenal. Our understanding is that a five strong shortlist is in place but that no interviews have taken place as yet.
I admit I find that good news. Though it may not be completely logical, inside I felt really disappointed when it seemed likely we weren’t going to appoint a woman.
I do not think he is right for the job and what concerns me more is the degree to which he has been overrated in the press and elsewhere. Let’s have one of this top female coaches we all know about.
Generally, I’d agree with you. But who is on that list that’s available for an amount that Arsenal are likely to want to pay? Sarina W?