**[Arsenal](https://sportwitness.co.uk/arsenal/) have strengthened Mikel Arteta’s backroom staff ahead of the new season, with the club reaching into Germany to recruit one of the youngest fitness coaches in elite European football.**
José Jiménez has left Bayer Leverkusen to join Arsenal, according to Spanish outlet [**Viva Cádiz**](https://www.andaluciainformacion.es/articulo/corazon-cadista/jose-jimenez-cambia-alemania-inglaterra/202607041518353421925.html?__cf_chl_f_tk=SNxZ3OJDbrkmvoU5W0bhtZzudMswNmZCX43EGDzOVJo-1783177349-1.0.1.1-RyIFEMIMsMN5kAAfVYl_M3i.iLONANxY6qiO518vkRI), with the 29-year-old making another rapid step up after spending less than a year in the Bundesliga.
The Spaniard only arrived at Leverkusen from Cádiz last October, swapping a Segunda División side for a Champions League club. His rise has now continued with a move to north London, where he will work under Arteta as Arsenal prepare to defend their Premier League title and challenge again in Europe.
**Rapid rise earns Arsenal move**
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According to the report, José Jiménez quickly impressed after joining Bayer Leverkusen. His work on strength training was well received by the squad and is said to have helped introduce a fresh approach to the club’s physical preparation.
The Spanish outlet adds that his methods caught attention inside the German club almost immediately, making his departure after a single season something of a surprise.
Arsenal have now moved to bring him to the Emirates, where he will reunite with Joaquín Acedo, who is already part of the Gunners’ performance staff.
The move also represents another significant milestone for Jiménez personally. At just 29 years old, he was reportedly the youngest fitness coach working in last season’s Champions League.
**Arsenal continue refining backroom team**
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While most transfer attention naturally focuses on players, Arsenal have consistently invested in their coaching and performance departments during Arteta’s time in charge.
The demands of competing on multiple fronts have made sports science and physical preparation increasingly important, particularly with Arsenal expected to play well over 50 matches again next season.
Bringing in a coach with recent Champions League experience also fits that strategy. Although José Jiménez has only spent a short period at Bayer Leverkusen, Arsenal appear convinced his reputation and methods justify another swift promotion.
For Jiménez, the move continues an impressive career trajectory. Less than a year ago he was working in Spain’s second tier. He will now be part of one of Europe’s biggest clubs as Arsenal prepare for another campaign at the highest level.
The report presents the appointment as another example of Arsenal looking beyond the transfer market to strengthen every area of the club ahead of a demanding season.