Emery set to replace Wenger at Arsenal

Unai Emery has emerged as the unanimous choice for the replacement of Arsene Wenger as Arsenal manager following a recruitment process in which all candidates were spoken to, reports say.

The 46-year-old Spaniard had announced his departure from Paris St-Germain when his contract expires at the end of the season, and has now been replaced by Thomas Tuchel at the Ligue 1 side.

Emery won one Ligue 1 title and four domestic cups in two seasons in charge at Paris St-Germain.

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Previously, he guided Sevilla to three consecutive Europa League triumphs between 2014 and 2016.

Other candidates that have also been linked with the Arsenal job include: Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri and former Chelsea and Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti, as well as former Arsenal players Arteta, Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira.

An announcement and news conference are expected later this week.

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