Arsene Wenger: Arsenal boss is a club ‘icon’ according to Gianni Infantino – but Fifa president admits even he wouldn’t fancy job
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has hailed Arsene Wenger as an Arsenal ‘icon’ – but admits he wouldn’t want to be in the Frenchman’s shoes right now.
Wenger’s position at the Emirates is becoming more uncertain with each passing game as time ticks down on his contract.
Arsene Wenger has been hailed as an Arsenal icon by Fifa president Gianni InfantinoPA:Press Association
The long-serving Gunners boss is out of the title race once again despite being tipped as a main challenger after last season’s second-place finish.
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But Arsenal’s season hit a new low on Tuesday night as they exited the Champions League following a 10-2 aggregate drubbing at the hands of Bayern Munich.
Fans held a protest before the game demanding Wenger’s head, and opinions are sure to have hardened even further following the dismal display.
Wenger is under heavy pressure after crashing out of the Champions LeaguePA:Press Association
However, global football chief Infantino insists Wenger is a north London heirloom following his years of dedicated service.
But Sepp Blatter’s successor concedes he would not fancy the challenge of steering Arsenal in the right direction.
Infantino said: “Arsene Wenger is an icon of Arsenal. Even his first name is Arsene. It’s linked for eternity.
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Infantino admits he wouldn't want to be in Wenger's boots right nowReuters
“I’m very happy I have to deal with many other challenges, but not with managing Arsenal.
“It will be up to the managers of Arsenal to decide what the future of Arsenal will be.
“But what Arsene Wenger has done in Arsenal throughout history is certainly… he’s a big personality of football. He’s one of the football legends.”
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