An Arsenal chief has visited Arsene Wenger as they look to persuade him to return to the Emirates ahead of a planned tribute.
The Frenchman led the Gunners for more than two decades before leaving in 2018. He endured well documented struggles in his final years in charge however with fan protests becoming a regular occurance.
Wenger eventually stepped down after a trophyless season that saw Arsenal finish sixth. But the Frenchman is understood to be hurt by the manner in which his reign ended and reverses particular frustration for the club's board.
They are however hopeful that he will return to north London despite those close to him insisting he wouldn't go back, even to watch a game.
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