Director of women’s football Clare Wheatley said: “We’re delighted to appoint Renée as our permanent head coach. Renée has excelled during her time as interim head coach, bringing our team, club and supporters together and leading us to a hugely impressive run of results and performances.

Arsenal confirm Renee Slegers as permanent head coach; Dutchwoman officially takes over from Jonas Eidevall, who quit the club in October; Slegers has overseen 10 wins from 11 during her interim three months in charge;