Wenger urged the board to watch a rerun of Arsenal’s FA Cup final victory over Chelsea to banish any doubts about his suitability to lead the club forward

Arsenal are set to rubber-stamp a new contract for Arsène Wenger at a board meeting tomorrow after their manager made it clear that he wants to stay at the club.

The Times revealed a year ago that Stan Kroenke, the majority owner, had prepared a two-year deal for Wenger to sign at his convenience. He is expected to do that this week, extending his remarkable period in charge to 23 years.

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Kroenke will attend tomorrow’s board meeting having visited the Arsenal dressing room to offer congratulations to Wenger after Saturday’s FA Cup win over Chelsea, but it is expected to be an informal affair. Wenger will also be present at the meeting. An announcement of Wenger’s new deal is expected on Wednesday or Thursday.

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