Arsenal’s Emily Fox lauds ‘steadying force’ Renee Slegers

Arsenal defender Emily Fox has praised the “steadying force” of interim manager Renee Slegers after reigniting confidence in the side following Jonas Eidevall’s departure.

Slegers took charge on an interim basis following Eidevall’s exit in October.

Arsenal had two consecutive losses, 5-2 to Bayern Munich and 2-1 to Chelsea, in the run-up to his departure. Sources told ESPN he had also lost the dressing room.

The United States international praised Slegers for “a smooth transition” and giving the side confidence after a slow start to the season, where Arsenal had only picked up one win from their first four Women’s Super League (WSL) games.

“Renee’s amazing,” Fox told ESPN. I think definitely when she stepped in, it was a very hard time, but I think luckily we had a really great structure, and with her, I always say she’s very even-keeled, confident, direct. And so with that, we regrouped I think she has a really good job of making things clear and giving people confidence.”

Slegers remains in charge on an interim basis, but fans have called for her to be appointed permanently since the club’s hunt for a replacement began last year. An update is expected ahead of Arsenal’s WSL clash with Crystal Palace on Sunday.

“It was a very smooth transition in that sense…