Arsenal Women are in the final stages of appointing a successor to Jonas Eidevall and the Gunners have reportedly made a decision on Renee Slegers.
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Arsenal searching for new permanent head coachInterim manager Slegers a frontrunnerFinal call might be taken before Palace fixtureFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
According to Slegers has become the leading candidate to take the role on a permanent basis. The Gunners are expected to finalize the recruitment process ahead of their next Women’s Super League (WSL) clash against Crystal Palace, scheduled for January 19.
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Since stepping in as interim manager, Slegers has guided Arsenal to an impressive record of 10 wins and a draw in her 11 matches in charge. Her steady leadership has eased concerns about the team’s future, allowing Arsenal’s management to conduct a comprehensive search for Eidevall’s successor. Senior club officials are reportedly pleased with Slegers’ impact, which has given them the confidence to take their time in making a final decision.
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Slegers joined Arsenal’s backroom staff in 2023, following a successful stint managing Swedish club Rosengard. Her efforts as interim manager were recently recognized when she was named the WSL Manager of the Month for December. The announcement came after Arsenal’s 3-1 victory against Liverpool on 15 December, a match that saw travelling fans chant Slegers’ name in support of her continued leadership.
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The upcoming FA Cup match against Bristol City on Sunday offers another opportunity for Slegers to further solidify her case. With Arsenal’s recruitment process reportedly nearing its conclusion, all eyes are on the club to see if they will place their trust in the Dutch coach for the long term.
