Wenger gives his verdict on Arsenal boss targets Allegri, Enrique

Arsene Wenger has called on Arsenal to move swiftly in appointing his successor, with Massimiliano Allegri and Luis Enrique strongly linked to the job.

The Frenchman will leave his position as Gunners manager at the end of the season after over 22 years in charge.

And Wenger believes it is vital that the club announce his replacement sooner rather than later.

“The earlier the better, people want hope and need to prepare for next season,” he said at a press conference ahead of Wednesday night’s trip to Leicester.

Juventus boss Allegri and former Barcelona chief Enrique have been linked with replacing Wenger.

“These guys are very competent and are good names,” Wenger added.

As for his own future, Wenger revealed that he has had plenty of offers since announcing his Emirates exit.

When asked the question, he replied: “Yes! More than I expected.

“But I’m not analysing or considering anything. I want to work well here until the last day of my contract.

“For sure I will be active. My brain demands work and is active.

“I have huge experience in management. Overall, I will work.

“What will I do? I don’t know.”

As for whether his next job could be in England, Wenger was fairly adamant that wouldn’t happen, adding: “At the moment, that is difficult for me. I don’t envisage that.”

Ahead of the game against the Foxes, Wenger also revealed that defender Laurent Koscielny will be out for six months with the Achilles injury he suffered against Atletico Madrid.

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