Remi could prosper in changing of Garde

Last updated at 11:26 03 May 2007


Former Arsenal midfielder Remi Garde could be on his way back to the club as part of a major restructure in the wake of David Dein's sudden exit.

Garde, 41, is the assistant manager at French champions Lyon.

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His contract runs out in the summer and reports in France claim he has already opened talks with Arsenal officials about a director of football role, which would include many of Dein's duties.

Dein was forced out of his job as vice-chairman last month, leaving Arsene Wenger without his trusted ally in the boardroom.

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Arsene Wenger

The Arsenal manager is in charge of recruiting a replacement.

The club are to confirm their plans after the season and last night said they were yet to make a decision on a director of football.