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Arsene Wenger: Finishing behind Man Utd would RUIN Arsenal's summer
ARSENE WENGER is hoping Arsenal can beat Manchester United to third place to ensure an uninterrupted pre-season this summer.
Arsene Wenger wants to finish third
The Gunners travel to Old Trafford this afternoon knowing that a win will secure third spot in the Premier League.
And that would mean the north London outfit would avoid having to go through the qualifying rounds to make the group stages of Europe's top competition next term.
The importance to finish third means a more serene break.
The Gunners have been in top form in recent weeks and Wenger named an unchanged side in a bid to seal third place.
He said: "I have found cohesion and the habit to play together. We have some candidates on the bench who are serious as well.
"The importance to finish third means a more serene break. The qualifier is difficult and it is in our hands.
"The short-term memories are good of Old Trafford, and let's hope we can continue that today."