Arsenal have made Freddie Ljungberg their assistant manager, it has been confirmed.

The former Gunners player was the head coach of Arsenal’s Under-23 side until his appointment as Unai Emery’s assistant.

The former Switzerland international is replacing Steve Bould, who will take his place as head coach of the Gunners Under-23.

Reacting to his appointment, Ljungberg said, Football.London reports: “I’m really excited by this opportunity to continue helping develop and work with some of the great young players we have coming through in the first- team environment and to work alongside Unai and his coaching team to help Arsenal win trophies.”

He has also said he is looking forward to working with the new structure at the club and will use his knowledge and experience for the betterment of the London side.

During his playing days at Arsenal, he scored 46 goals in 214 games.

The 42-year-old was part of the Arsenal side that went unbeaten during the 2003/04 Premier League season.