Arsene Wenger is yet to say whether he will remain Arsenal manager next seasonPA:Press Association
Wenger will continue to have his way when it comes to player incomings, which could be seen as a battle won as he looks to extend his 21-year stay, the Daily Mail reports.
Any director of football appointed at the Emirates by chief executive Ivan Gazidis, will have a remit that will not interfere with Wenger’s technical work.
Ivan Gazidis is pushing for changes at Arsenal with recruiting a director of footballGetty Images
Getty Images Borussia Dormtund Sporting Director Michael Zorc has been linked with a move to the Emirates[/caption]
Getty Images Some Arsenal fans still want changes despite Southampton win[/caption]
The new recruit will be responsible for contract talks with new players, renewals for existing squad members and updating the academy and scouting structures.
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Getty Images Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in race to be fit for FA Cup final[/caption]
The Ox damaged his hamstring the midweek win at Southampton, and underwent a scan on Thursday to determine if he has a chance of making the Wembley clash.
The England man who has been linked with a summer switch to Liverpool, fears the worst in his battle to be fit for the end of season climax.
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