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Speaking in his pre-match press conference, Freddie Ljungberg has revealed he will seek out advice from Arsene Wenger ahead of Arsenal's clash against Brighton on Thursday.

What did he say?

Ljungberg was named interim head coach of the Gunners after the sacking of Unai Emery last week, and started his managerial reign at the club with a 2-2 draw away at Norwich. And ahead of his first game in charge at the Emirates in mid-week, the Swede admitted he will be looking to get in touch with Wenger.

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He said: "I really would like to speak to (Wenger). I haven't spoken to him, it's been a bit hectic, but that's on my list."

Arsenal's iconic former boss later told Sky Sports that he would be more than happy to help out. The Frenchman said: "I'm always happy to help my former players and my former club. If he has that need then of course I will be available. My heart is with the club and I want them to do well. Freddie is fantastically committed. He wanted this job for a long time. He has an opportunity. Let's get him to work with his ideas and support him."

Back to the Arsenal way

Make no mistake about it, under Unai Emery's rule, the Gunners had been so pragmatic in games, that they essentially forgot what their own actual style was. Everything appeared to be catered to neutralising the opposition, and nothing designed to play to their own strengths. Formation changes and personnel switches were the norm under the Spaniard, so Ljungberg's intent on seeking out Wenger is great news for Arsenal.

It will allow the Invincibles hero to better understand on how to bring back the identity Wenger had done so brilliantly to instil at the club: possession-based football, with attacking intent. At Manchester United, the spectre of Sir Alex Ferguson has essentially meant new managers of the club want to stamp their own imprint rather than drafting in the Scot. But Ljungberg's willingness to engage with Arsenal's legend can help restore a much-needed sense of normalcy.

Meanwhile, Freddie Ljungberg has revealed the one academy prospect who he believes is the "future of this club".