Arsenal partners HR platform Deel to transform its global teams with AI tools

Deel, an international payroll and HR technology platform, has recently signed an agreement with Arsenal Football Club for an undetermined number of years, making it the club's Official HR Platform Partner. Under this partnership, Deel will provide Arsenal with an AI-based HR technology platform to manage its operations. Deel, with over 37,000 clients worldwide, plans to make this partnership its first foray into the sport and a foothold in the international market.

Deel's branding will be visible across Emirates Stadium and Arsenal's digital channels, including during all home fixtures for the Premier League, Women’s Super League (WSL), FA Cup, and League Cup. The company was recently valued at $17.3 billion following a Series E funding round in October 2025.

Commenting on the partnership, Alex Bouaziz, Co-Founder and CEO of Deel, said: font-weight: bold;“Arsenal is one of the most iconic clubs in world sport, followed by millions and competing at the highest level, which makes this partnership a natural fit with our own global ambition. We are proud to welcome Arsenal as a Deel customer and support the club’s HR operations. This partnership is a milestone for us and places Deel at the heart of global football, connecting our platform with supporters and professionals in every corner of the world.”

Juliet Slot, Chief Commercial Officer at Arsenal, added: “We’re delighted to welcome Deel to our Arsenal family – a brilliant and innovative team who will bring so much to what we’re trying to achieve at our club. Their global platform matches the scale of our ambition and operations, and their investment will continue to power our growth. We’re looking forward to many successful seasons together.”

Deel is a payroll and HR solutions provider for global teams. It is an integrated payroll and HR information system that manages payroll, compliance, benefits, employee performance, and equipment management for an off-site, remote workforce.

Utilising AI-powered technology and its own payroll system, Deel serves all types of employees in over 150 countries and helps companies scale effectively.