(Image: Matthew Impey/REX)Arteta had come close to taking the job when Emery was appointed, but the Gunners went with the more experienced man. (Image: PA)“I also want to thank Freddie Ljungberg for skilfully guiding us through the last three weeks. "Mikel understands Arsenal Football Club and what it means to our fans around the world. “I must also pay tribute to Freddie Ljungberg for his hard work and leadership. "Freddie and Per are important parts of the Arsenal family and care deeply for this club.”

Source: Daily Mirror December 20, 2019 14:06 UTC