Reading vs. Arsenal: Arsene Wenger Talks Jurgen Klopp, More in Press Conference

Arsene Wenger appeared "royally ticked off" during Thursday's press conference when answering questions about Jurgen Klopp—who confirmed his end-of-the-season departure from Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday—according to John Cross of the Mirror.

The Arsenal boss spoke ahead of his side's FA Cup semi-final clash with Reading. He refused to offer substantial comment on Klopp—a man who has been linked with the Gunners post on many occasions—noted by James Olley of the London Evening Standard:

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Cross previously suggested why Wenger doesn't deserve to lose his job to Klopp, who has struggled taking Dortmund to 10th in the Bundesliga this year:

Wenger instead opted to focus on the task ahead. He highlighted his irritation toward Arsenal's match being scheduled alongside Chelsea's Premier League fixture with Manchester United on domestic television, per Olley:

Saturday's Wembley contest may provide Theo Walcott with the perfect opportunity to remind Arsenal fans of his quality.

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He is currently linked with a move to Liverpool, per Cross, but Wenger admits he wants the Englishman to sign a new contract. Cross provided quick comment from the boss: "I believe he will have a great future and I want him to stay here."

Arsenal's official Twitter account elaborated:

Reading are currently 18th in the Championship, but Wenger is expected to deploy a full-strength side as the Gunners look to retain their only trophy in the last decade.

Goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has failed to regain his regular starting spot in the lineup, losing Premier League playing time to David Ospina. However, Wenger expects the Polish player to be key against the Royals, per Arsenal's feed:

Wenger admitted his experience may come into play during the match and also summarised Arsenal's latest fitness news, per Olley:

B/R UK's Stan Collymore recently suggested Arsenal will face Liverpool in the FA Cup final (Brendan Rodgers' men face Aston Villa in Sunday's semi-final):

Arsenal should be outlined as favourites for the trophy. They are unbeaten in eight matches across all competitions, per Soccerway, and recently thrashed Liverpool 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium. Nothing can provide a confidence boost like beating your main rivals for silverware.

Reading are likely to pose a difficult challenge, but Arsenal just need to utilise their normal passing game to prove too strong. Wenger knows questions about his future will be asked in the coming weeks, so landing a second trophy in two years would provide the perfect answer.