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Freddie Ljungberg to coach Arsenal under-15s as part of coaching career

Former Arsenal midfielder Freddie Ljungberg is returning to the North London club to help train the under-15 team as he works toward his coaching licence.

Ljungberg, 38, announced his plans on Twitter, saying he was "excited" to return to the Gunners in a coaching role.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger confirmed on Friday that the former Sweden international will become the latest member of "The Invincibles" to come back and work with the youth academy.

Thierry Henry is already training the under-18s as he works toward his coaching licence and said this week that Wenger is teaching him about the different aspects of being a manager.

"He wants to get his licence," Wenger said of the Swede. "And we are happy to give him a chance to get his licence."

In November, former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira was appointed New York City FC's new head coach, having worked as Manchester City's Elite Development Squad manager.