Former Everton and Arsenal striker Francis Jeffers has jumped to the defence of Arsene Wenger.
Jeffers is back at Everton as a junior coach.
He told Everton's official website: “It's mad to say but some are of the opinion that if they fail to get in the Champions League, then Arsene Wenger will go. It's sad to hear because he's been an unbelievable manager. He's a manager I played for and I wouldn't have a bad word to say about him.
“He never gave me that much football time but he did sign me. When I was there, the glory days he brought to the football club were second to none. I would like to see him stay on because I think he still has loads to offer but I'm not sure all the fans would want that.
“He's a great man, a great fella and someone really nice to be around. He was really fair and I don't hold any grudges against him. He was the man who signed me and I wasn't good enough to get in the team - those are the facts.
“He was a man of his beliefs and he never went away from them. Maybe that has cost him a little bit in recent years. He was all-out attack but he gave you a freedom to play football and never put any burdens on you, especially the attacking players.
“He was top drawer but it was a successful time for Arsenal then. I was around Arsenal in the very good times. He's a man I have loads of respect for."
Source: tribalfootball.com