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Arteta backed to replace Wenger in 'new Arsenal era' by Djourou

The Gunners should consider their former star among the options to replace the outgoing manager, says the defender

Former Arsenal defender Johan Djourou thinks Mikel Arteta would be a good choice to replace Arsene Wenger as manager and lead the club into a "new era".

Wenger, who will step down at the end of the season, made an emotional farewell to Gunners fans on Sunday as his final home game in charge of the club ended in a 5-0 win over Burnley.

Speculation persists over who will replace the 68-year-old, with former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique, Juventus head coach Massimiliano Allegri and Liverpool assistant Zeljko Buvac among the favourites.