Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says he won't be returning to the club anytime soon.

Despite now watching on as a fan, Wenger has still stood firm on his promise to stay away from the Emirates even as just a visitor.

"Would I return to the Emirates Stadium? I always said to myself that I would be leaving Arsenal completely," he told BeIN Sport.

"That's the decision I made."

He later expanded on his position in an interview with BBC Sport, stating: "I have chosen to keep a complete distance.

“It doesn't mean emotionally, just physically.

"It's important people don't see you as a shadow. It may look like you're still trying to influence things and have your way.

“I felt that the best thing to do is cut it away."