Unai Emery hails ‘perfect’ Freddie Ljungberg impact at Arsenal

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Arsenal boss Unai Emery is loving having Freddie Ljungberg as one of his assistants, describing the impact he’s made as ‘perfect’.

The former Invincible is a part of Emery’s first-team coaching staff after swapping jobs with Steve Bould, who now oversees the U23s.

It was decided that Ljungberg would make the jump after he impressed in charge of the U23s, and it is hoped that he can help some of the club’s top youngsters come through, with Joe Willock and Reiss Nelson already getting minutes.

Ljungberg was also promoted for his tactical prowess after instilling a superb brand of attacking football in the U23s last term.

Speaking about his right-hand man, Emery said (as quoted by football.london): “He worked last year with the U23s, we were very close, speaking about the club and young players. The club decided to change with Steve Bould as a coach of the U23s and Freddie with us.

“It’s perfect. He helps me a lot. His spirit is very good. He’s a Gunner! We are very happy with him.”

TBR’s view

Arsenal fans will be pleased to hear of the positive impact Ljungberg is having.

Many had been critical of former assistant Bould’s work with the first-team, and so to learn the Swede’s appointment is going well is good news.

Fans may hope the former winger will be in Emery’s ear about giving opportunities to some of the youngsters he coached such as Bukayo Saka.