Monaco manager Leonardo could replace Wenger

Leonardo Jardim has put himself in the frame as a possible successor to Arsene Wenger by revealing his ambition to coach in the Premier League, reports Mirror Football.

The Monaco boss is thought to be on Arsenal’s shortlist should Wenger decide his Emirates time is up at the end of the season.

And Jardim, who has Monaco ahead of Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the French league, did not close the door on a possible move to England, saying: “Well, I think that all managers and players want to coach and play at the highest level and, today, the Premier League is perhaps the biggest national league in Europe and everyone would like to have the opportunity to coach here.”

The Portuguese coach, 42, is bound to be in demand after his exploits with Monaco and his reputation will be further enhanced if he can get the better of Pep Guardiola in their Champions League last 16 tie.

“I have a contract until 2021 but the Premier League is a league that interests me and maybe one day I will come and play here,” he added.