Arsenal were linked with Juventus boss Allegri following Arsene Wenger’s decision to quit the Emirates back in May. The Italian - along with Manchester City coach Mikel Arteta - quickly became a favourite for the post before Unai Emery was ultimately given the job. **PREDICT FIVE RESULTS AND WIN £25,000 - FREE TO PLAY HERE**With Arsenal no longer an option for Allegri, the Juventus boss has now been tipped to become Jose Mourinho’s permanent successor at Manchester United. Yet the Evening Standard have now delved into how close the Old Lady coach actually came to replacing Wenger in north London.

Source: Express December 29, 2018 11:37 UTC