Changes are on the horizon at Arsenal after long-serving manager Arsene Wenger announced this morning that he will be stepping down at the end of the season.

The French tactician found himself under intense pressure from Arsenal fans and pundits after finishing outside of the top-four for the past two seasons.

Wenger has been in charge of the north London based club for 22-years and has won three Premier League titles, seven FA Cups and reached the UEFA Champions League final in 2006.

The 68-year-old manager released a statement to the Arsenal official website where he confirmed that he is leaving the club at the end of the season.

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Wenger has issued the following statement:

“After careful consideration and following discussions with the club, I feel it is the right time for me to step down at the end of the season.

“I am grateful for having had the privilege to serve the club for so many memorable years.

“I managed the club with full commitment and integrity.

“I want to thank the staff, the players, the Directors and the fans who make this club so special.

“I urge our fans to stand behind the team to finish on a high.

“To all the Arsenal lovers take care of the values of the club.

“My love and support for ever.”

Arsene Wenger will be back to managing this weekend when Arsenal host West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium this weekend.