Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is close to signing a new contract.

The Times says Wenger is in the final year of his contract, but there is an air of confidence around the Emirates at present, and his previous detractors are becoming few and far between.

Wenger is now putting the final touches to a new two-year deal.

He said after the Ludogorets triumph: “Our confidence is stronger with every win but we have to keep the vigilance and the urgency to bring that into the next game.

“Let's not be too quick on the verdict. We have a strong squad and a strong spirit, but you have to take care of it and keep your feet on the ground. The only way to win something big is to focus on the next one and work on humility."