EPL: Wenger reveals what will happen to Unai Emery if he returns to Arsenal

Arsene Wenger has said he has refused to return to Arsenal, because he does not want to overshadow Unai Emery.

The 69-year-old called time on his reign at the Emirates last year, but has not been back to watch a game since Emery replaced him.

And while Wenger admits he has been in contact with Arsenal's hierarchy, he would be reluctant to take up a role with his former club.

"I have been in touch with some people at the club but I felt when you go like that you cannot be half in, half out.

"You let people who come in work their way.

"And I wanted to take a complete distance.

"It's still a bit early, maybe, to go back. I haven't been back at the club," Wenger told beIN Sports.