Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he is open to joining new club next season
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he is open to leaving the Emirates and managing a new club next season.
The Frenchman's future at Arsenal is the subject of speculation after a 5-1 drubbing at the hands of Bayern Munich left the Gunners on the verge of exiting the Champions League at the last-16 stage for the seventh consecutive season.
Wenger is not yet ready to call time on his managerial career, but has admitted that it may now lie beyond North London.
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"No matter what happens I will manage next season whether it's here or somewhere else" he said when queried about his future plans.
A final decision on his future will be made in "March or April", but Wenger reiterated his desire to leave Arsenal in a strong position.
"I did not work here for 20 years not to care about this club," he said.
"I care about this club, I care about it's future. It's always important it is in safe hands."