Carlo Ancelotti is the new favourite to become the next Arsenal manager following his sacking by Napoli on last night.
The Gunners are lining up talks with Ancelotti, who has been linked with the role since Unai Emery was sacked at the end of November, and his availability has seen the bookmakers rank the Italian as an evens favourite for the job.
Meanwhile, the bookmakers' odds on Roberto Martinez or Diego Simeone taking the reins have shortened significantly over the last 24 hours.
Freddie Ljungberg has revealed that Arsenal technical director Edu has told him to work 'game-to-game' as interim manager as the club's search for a permanent appointment continues.
Arsenal are considering a number of candidates to replace Emery, with former Valencia manager also Marcelino among the favourites amid reports in Spain he has flown to the capital. Mikel Arteta remains firmly in the frame.
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