BBC Sport correspondent David Ornstein has provided an update on who could succeed Arsene Wenger during the summer.
Earlier last month, Wenger announced that he would be ending his 22-year Gunners reign this term and the club’s hierarchy have since begun the search for a new head coach.
As such, Ornstein has provided an update on possible candidates to replace Wenger but the shortlist does not include either Brendan Rodgers or Thomas Tuchel – the latter who is seemingly on the cusp of becoming Paris Saint-Germain’s next head coach.
Nevertheless, the Gunners are being tipped to name a successor before the summer World Cup and as per Ornstein, Juventus’ Massimiliano Allegri could emerge as an option with his desire to pursue a fresh challenge.
Arsenal hope to name boss by World Cup. #AFC want proper process & to respect those in jobs. No idea who but not Simeone, Tuchel (#PSG may confirm Wed), Löw (#GER stay likely), Rodgers, Faria etc. Don't sense Enrique, hear Allegri plans to leave #Juventus but unclear on next move
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) May 7, 2018
Wenger’s decision to step down in the summer undoubtedly came as a surprise to many last month and it now appears that the search for his successor could be prolonged for the next few weeks at the least.
Former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique had emerged as the early favourite for the job last month but his wage demands of £15m a year after tax has supposedly ended their pursuit of the Spaniard.
Arsenal picked up a convincing 5-0 win over Burnley in Arsene Wenger’s final home league game in charge and the Frenchman will now be keen on ending his tenure with a couple of away triumphs.
The Gunners’ away form has been woeful this term with no points accumulated since the turn of the year but they can end this unwanted run with trips to Leicester City and Huddersfield Town to end the campaign.
Arsenal have secured just 13 points in 17 away matches this season and they have performed only better than four other teams on the road.
