Mikel Arteta has agreed in principle to replace Arsene Wenger and become the new manager at Arsenal.
A Goal report says that while no contract has yet been signed, the announcement of the former Gunners midfielder'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.
The Spaniard is currently assistant coach to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and played a huge part in guiding them to their record-shattering Premier League title success this season.
Arteta is highly regarded by Gunners chief executive Ivan Gazidis, who believes a younger coach will slot into a modern European football structure, complemented by head of recruitment Sven Mislintat and new head of football relations Raul Sanllehi.
Arteta has already had an influence in a cull of backroom staff, with long serving head of medical services Colin Lewin told that he would lose his job after 23 years at the club.
