Wenger has come under intense pressure after Arsenal's stuttering start to the season, which has seen the Gunners win just one of their opening five Premier League games.
That has led some fans to call for the Frenchman's head and Coyle has now leapt to the defence of his managerial counterpart, ahead of his side's trip to the Emirates on Saturday.
“Arsene Wenger is one of the best managers in world football, and always will be”Owen Coyle
"It is absolutely ridiculous," he said." Arsene Wenger is one of the best managers in world football, and always will be. But we have to accept football is a game of opinions and criticism comes along the way.
"I feel he is the perfect fit for Arsenal, though, given their history and tradition and the way they have evolved over the years. Yes, they would like a trophy, but look at the players he has brought to the club. "Maybe if he had the same resources as other managers of the biggest clubs, you would see an Arsenal side with different personnel."
Coyle clashed with Wenger over Arsenal’s pursuit of Gary Cahill last month but the Reebok chief insists the matter is now forgotten. "I am a huge admirer of Arsene Wenger," added the Scot. "I have come up against him many times and there will be no tension."
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