Wenger still enjoys the unequivocal backing of Arsenals majority shareholder Stan Kroenke, who is in no doubt the manager will sign a contract that has been on the table for months.
But Saturdays humiliating 6-0 defeat at title rivals Chelsea has nonetheless sparked uncertainty about the Frenchmans future.
And Arsenal have started looking at contingency strategies should he make a last-minute U-turn and quit the Emirates. A long-term plan for life after Wenger is also in the clubs thoughts, with a new-look management structure likely.
Roberto Martinezs work in his first season at Everton has impressed the Gunners, as has Jurgen Klopps reign at last seasons Champions League runners-up Borussia Dortmund.
Implementing a two-tier structure, which would see a head coach working under a director of football, is under consideration and would represent a huge shift in ethos. Wenger currently has the final say on all football decisions.
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But Saturdays humiliating 6-0 defeat at title rivals Chelsea has nonetheless sparked uncertainty about the Frenchmans future.
And Arsenal have started looking at contingency strategies should he make a last-minute U-turn and quit the Emirates. A long-term plan for life after Wenger is also in the clubs thoughts, with a new-look management structure likely.
Roberto Martinezs work in his first season at Everton has impressed the Gunners, as has Jurgen Klopps reign at last seasons Champions League runners-up Borussia Dortmund.
Implementing a two-tier structure, which would see a head coach working under a director of football, is under consideration and would represent a huge shift in ethos. Wenger currently has the final say on all football decisions.
Read more: Arsenal plan for life without Arsene Wenger | Mail Online
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