Alexandre Lacazette has opened up on his exit from Arsenal and despatched a message to the membership’s followers upon his imminent departure.
The 31-year-old’s five-year spell on the Emirates Stadium has come to an finish, with the striker anticipated to return to former membership Lyon when his contract expires on the finish of June.
Lacazette scored 71 objectives in 206 appearances in all competitions after becoming a member of the Gunners from Ligue 1 facet Lyon in 2017.
When requested concerning the resolution to depart the north London membership in an exit interview on Arsenal’s web site, he mentioned: ‘With the membership, we determined to go aside – the membership taking a brand new path however the finish of my contract as effectively.
‘So now it's time for me to have a brand new expertise, a brand new journey.’
‘It’s sophisticated to decide on one spotlight whenever you dwell 5 years in a membership with loads of teammates and managers,’ Lacazette added.
‘It was a pleasure to play in a membership that since I used to be younger I dreamed [about playing for].
‘I wish to say an enormous thanks [to the fans], as a result of there have been loads of expectations for me after I signed. The welcome was wonderful for me.
‘Throughout my 5 years, it’s been wonderful with the followers within the stadium. Thanks for the tune as effectively, it touched me. A giant thanks for all the things.
‘I'll hold involved with my teammates, the managers and the membership.’
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta mentioned: ‘Laca has been a incredible participant for us.
‘He’s been an actual chief on and off the pitch and has been an important affect to our youthful gamers.
‘His dedication with us has been distinctive and we want him and his household success and happiness.’
Technical director Edu added: ‘A giant thanks to Laca from everybody at Arsenal.
‘He’s been actually vital for us. He'll all the time be a part of the Arsenal household and we want him effectively for all the things sooner or later.’
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