Former Arsenal chief scout Steve Rowley passes away aged 63
Rowley joined Arsenal in 1980 and rose through the ranks to become chief scout before leaving in 2017.
Steve Rowley
,
Arsenal's former top scout, died following a short illness, according to the club. Rowley joined the club in 1980 and rose through the ranks to become chief scout during
Arsene Wenger's tenure as manager.
Before departing in 2017, the 63-year-old was a major component of the club's success under the Frenchman. "After a short illness, everyone at the Club is profoundly saddened to announce the passing of our former Chief Scout Steve Rowley," Arsenal said in a statement.
"Steve, 63, had been with the Club since January 1980, when he started working part-time in our Essex youth scouting activities. During George Graham's tenure as manager, early achievements in spotting talents, such as
Tony Adams
and Ray Parlour, led to a full-time post." Arsene Wenger appointed Steve as our Chief Scout upon his arrival in 1996, a post he retained until 2017.
"Steve and his network of scouts were responsible for finding and obtaining numerous players critical to the Club's on-pitch success during his four decades with the club. At this time, our thoughts are with Steve's family and friends.
"Steve, may you rest in peace."
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