Arsenal to name new manager today

Mikel Arteta is expected to be named as Arsenal’s new manager on Friday.

Arteta said his farewells to staff at Manchester City on Thursday morning.

There has been annoyance at City over Arsenal’s conduct but they will not stop Arteta, from succeeding Unai Emery.

A seven-figure compensation payment will be made in order for the move to be completed.

Interim boss Freddie Ljungberg is expected to take charge of the team for the final time at Goodison Park on Saturday, with Arteta watching from the stands.