Arsene Wenger is under increasing pressure to ensure Arsenal qualify for the Champions League next season as the club consider an early decision over his future.
The Gunners want to avoid the uncertainty that destabilised their Premier League form last season, partly caused by Wenger's long-running contract saga.
Wenger's position is coming under increasing scrutiny again and there is a feeling behind the scenes that the club need to address the matter before it drags on into next season.
Having eventually signed a two-year deal ahead of this season, Wenger is once again entering the final 12 months of his current contract.