WENGER FACES PRESSURE TO GO IN SUMMER
ARSENE WENGER will face the biggest threat to his 22-year Arsenal reign when his position is reviewed in May.
The Gunners manager has another year to run on his £8million-a-year contract and is determined not to quit.
But Arsenal are looking to plan for the future with Monaco’s Leonardo Jardim, Germany boss
Joachim Low, Celtic’s Brendan Rodgers and Manchester City coach Mikel Arteta (right) among potential new managers.
Wenger is coming under intense pressure following Sunday’s disaster at Wembley.
Arsenal insiders suggest there could be an “adult conversation” at the end of the season.
Wenger’s role will come under scrutiny and the Frenchman will be asked if he can still take the club forward. Crucially, the overall performance of the team will be reviewed. Arsenal majority shareholder Stan Kroenke’s son Josh – tipped as a future chairman – is taking an influential role.
The atmosphere on Thursday night when Arsenal host Manchester City in the Premier League could be a barometer, with supporters growing increasingly frustrated.
Jardim has caught the eye with his brand of football, ability to compete with Paris Saint-Germain’s wealth, Champions League experience and reputation for nurturing young talent.