Wenger turns to Bould

Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger has confirmed Steve Bould will be his assistant next season following the departure of Pat Rice.

The Gunners have announced that long-serving number two Rice will retire at the end of the season after 44 years with the club.

Bould, the former Arsenal defender, will be promoted from his current role as youth team coach.

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