Arsenal are considering Nick Cushing, the manager of MLS side New York City FC, as a potential candidate to replace Jonas Eidevall as their next women’s head coach.

Eidevall resigned last week amid growing discontent from fans following an underwhelming start to the Women’s Super League season, despite having two years left on his contract. Arsenal have moved swiftly in their search for his successor, with Cushing among the leading candidates for the role.

At 39 years old, Cushing seems a strong contender for what is regarded as one of the most prestigious managerial positions in English women’s football. Arsenal remain the most successful club in the country, with 47 major trophies to their name.

Cushing previously managed Manchester City’s women’s team from 2013 to 2020, guiding them to their first WSL title in 2016, when City went unbeaten throughout the season, conceding only four goals in 16 matches.

Although Cushing would be highly sought after due to his extensive experience in the women’s top flight, Telegraph Sport understands that he may not necessarily be Arsenal’s top priority. The process of finding a new manager is ongoing and remains open.

This leaves the possibility that interim coach Renee Slegers could stay in charge for a while longer. The Dutchwoman, who has won her first two matches with Arsenal, including a 4-1 victory against Valerenga in the Champions League last week, is believed to have the full backing of the club until a permanent manager is appointed.

Cushing, who became NYCFC’s men’s team manager in 2022 after being promoted from assistant coach, is contracted with the MLS side until the end of the 2025 season. His immediate focus is likely to be on the MLS Cup playoffs, as his side face Cincinnati on Monday in the first of three fixtures, with the final scheduled for 7th December.

Cushing left his role at Manchester City in 2020 to move into the men’s game in the United States. His position with NYCFC keeps him within the City Football Group (CFG), which owns football clubs and assets around the globe, including Manchester City, its flagship team.

Having worked with CFG for nearly two decades, Arsenal could face a challenge in attempting to lure Cushing away. He initially joined Manchester City in 2008 in a junior role and worked through various coaching positions, including in the men’s academy, before transitioning to the women’s side.