Wenger's new deal 'days away'

ARSENE WENGER confirmed last night he is "days away" from signing a new contract that will ensure he remains Arsenal manager for at least two years after the club moves to its new Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal are due to switch from their current Highbury home to a 60,000-seat venue at nearby Ashburton Grove in time for the 2006-07 season.

The official name of the new stadium was announced yesterday as part of a 15-year sponsorship tie-up with Emirates Airlines that will be worth £100 million to the English champions.