ARSENAL are set to give boss Arsene Wenger a new two-year deal – even if they lose the FA Cup final today.
In a move that will incense most Gunners fans, the club now expect under-fire Frenchman to stay on despite a rotten season in North London.
Even if they do not salvage their campaign with an unlikely win over Chelsea at Wembley later on today, an announcement as early as next week could see the 67-year-old renew his deal.
The Mirror report the club are now wanting him to keep being manager but do want a reshuffle behind the scenes.
That will reportedly include a new role in charge of contracts, logistical support and new medical information for Wenger.
But it is not likely to be a new director of football, a position disliked by the long-serving boss, who is incredibly loyal to his coaches.
Arsenal will have a board meeting next week where the decision is expected to be approved, riding on 20 years of relative success rather than one 90 minute match.
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They think that it is now Wenger that is the issue, but the way things are run – and will reward his honesty and loyalty with a new two year contract.
Wenger himself has been tight-lipped all season despite an offer being on the table for most of it – amid fans calling for his head in the form of demonstrations, banners and even aeroplane fly-by’s.
They have missed out on the Champions League for the first time in two decades, which is likely to mean a budget drop to the tune of around £20m.
Arsenal are underdogs today with a defensive crisis, missing skipper Laurent Koscielny through suspension - and others are out injured or doubtful against the Champions.
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