Arsenal are lining up a move for Reading’s academy boss Lee Herron as they look to revamp their youth setup, reports claim.
The Gunners have appointed centre-back Per Mertesacker as the new academy boss for the 2018/19 season but they are keen to add staff members to work under the German ace.
Emirates bosses are keen for Herron to join the club, after doing an impressive job with Reading.
Having replaced Eamonn Dolan 15 months ago, he has seen several players progress into the England youth teams and has sufficiently impressed Arsenal chiefs.
And he is being targeted to work under Mertesacker, according to the Sun.
First team manager Arsene Wenger was full of praise for Mertesacker when he confirmed his addition to the youth setup.
‘Per is an exceptional character who is a great example for young players,’ he said.
‘He is a deep thinker about the game and committed to helping players fulfil their potential. He will be an inspirational figure for everyone connected with the academy.’
Mertesacker added: ‘This is the start of an exciting new chapter for me and I am delighted that I will be able to stay part of the Arsenal family.
‘This season I will remain fully focused on my job with the team and am looking forward to a successful last season on the pitch.
‘After that, I look forward to the exciting challenge of helping produce young players good enough to play for the Arsenal first team.’
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