Wenger to leave Arsenal at the end of the season
68-year-old managed the club for more than two decades
68-year-old managed the club for more than two decades. PHOTO: REUTERS
LONDON:
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will leave the club at the end of season, the Frenchman said in a statement issued by the Premier League club on Friday.
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“After careful consideration and following discussions with the club, I feel it is the right time for me to step down at the end of the season. I am grateful for having had the privilege to serve the club for so many memorable years,” Wenger said in statement published by the club.
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He added: “I managed the club with full commitment and integrity. I want to thank the staff, the players, the directors and the fans who make this club so special.”
The 68-year-old then urged the fans to always back the team.
“I urge our fans to stand behind the team to finish on a high. To all the Arsenal lovers take care of the values of the club. My love and support for ever,” he said.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will leave the club at the end of season, the Frenchman said in a statement issued by the Premier League club on Friday.
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“After careful consideration and following discussions with the club, I feel it is the right time for me to step down at the end of the season. I am grateful for having had the privilege to serve the club for so many memorable years,” Wenger said in statement published by the club.
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He added: “I managed the club with full commitment and integrity. I want to thank the staff, the players, the directors and the fans who make this club so special.”
The 68-year-old then urged the fans to always back the team.
“I urge our fans to stand behind the team to finish on a high. To all the Arsenal lovers take care of the values of the club. My love and support for ever,” he said.