West Brom manager Pepe Mel believes Arsene Wenger’s silverware drought would have seen him axed in Spain.
The Gunners haven’t lifted a cup since FA Cup success in 2005, but look on course to end that trophyless spell in the FA Cup final against Hull City on May 17.
However, Mel insists Wenger wouldn’t have been afforded the time to rebuild the squad had he overseen a nine-year barren stint in La Liga, where the demand for results leads to even more ruthless dismissals.
"I don't think Arsene would have survived in Spain," the 51-year-old Spaniard told reporters.
"Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid is a good example. Three months ago he was under real pressure and now they are in the Champions League final.
"In Spain, England and Germany it is always the same, the head coach lives for the results.
"But I'm not surprised Arsene is still in a job as I agree with Arsenal. He has a good philosophy."
