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Arsenal FC report: Mikel Arteta set to be named new manager and a Gunners legend could join him as assistant

Arsenal have agreed a deal to appoint Mikel Arteta as their next manager, according to reports.

And it is also claimed Gunners legend Thierry Henry could join him in taking charge of the team next season.

Former Gunners midfielder and captain Arteta has been one of the more surprising names linked with replacing Arsene Wenger, as the 68-year-old leaves the north London club after 22 years in charge.

It appeared Arsenal were looking for an experienced and decorated coach to take over at the helm, with the likes of Luis Enrique, Massimiliano Allegri and Rafael Benitez previously linked.