Arsenal want to choose Unai Emery's assistant manager.
The Daily Express says former Paris Saint-Germain coach Emery is set to be handed the job as an experienced man ready to accept the new management set-up - and take a back seat on transfers.
The 46-year-old was locked in contract talks with Gunners chief executive Ivan Gazidis on Monday night, with an unveiling likely in the next 48 hours.
Emery, who left PSG at the end of the season when his contract ran out after winning the French title and four domestic cups in two seasons in charge, also guided Sevilla to three successive Europa League triumphs.
Arsenal are also understood to be looking to bring in a big-name former player as Emery's No 2.
Gunners legend Thierry Henry, accompanied by his agent Darren Dein, met with the club's hierarchy on Monday.