Arteta agrees to become new Arsenal manager

The former Gunners midfielder's return to the club is set to be announced in the coming days and he's overseen a major cull of their backroom staff

Mikel Arteta has agreed in principle to replace Arsene Wenger and become the new manager at Arsenal.It is understood that while no contract has yet been signed, the announcement of Arteta's return to the Emirates Stadium will be made in the coming days.Arteta's arrival comes in the aftermath of a cull of backroom staff, with the 36-year-old having played a major role in the recent sackings.