Former Arsenal defender Lauren believes it is a 'good thing' that manager Arsene Wenger appears set to sign a new contract at the club.
The FA Cup winners are set to announce a decision over Wenger's future on Wednesday afternoon, ending months of uncertainty.
Arsenal denied widespread reports on Tuesday claiming that the Frenchman will sign a new two-year deal following a meeting with the board, but the Gunners are set to make an announcement later, with all signs pointing to Wenger, 67, extending his near-21 year reign.
Lauren, who was part of Arsenal's unbeaten 'Invincibles' as they won their last Premier League title in 2004, believes keeping Wenger is a positive move - but called on his ex-manager to spend big this summer.