Former Arsenal defender, Per Mertesacker in recounting his playing days at Arsenal, said he was happy sitting on the bench and not being featured. Having retired at the end of last season after a 15-year professional career, the former Werder Bremen and Hannover player recalled how he was out of action for almost all of the 2016/17 season with a knee injury that required surgery. He was left with no choice than to retire and was compensated by former Manager, Arsene Wenger to handle the club’s academy He said he had felt a lot of pressure which was not good for him, making him more comfortable with just training and not seeing games The German had obviously had enough of football and was more concerned about his health than any other thing. It would be … [Read more...]
Bundesliga Star Set To Spark Transfer War Between Chelsea, Arsenal After Hinting At His Return
German star Serge Gnabry has hinted he is open to a move to the Premier League despite leaving Arsenal just last summer. The 21-year-old left the Emirates stadium after failing to nail a starting spot under Arsene Wenger, playing just 10 league games during his four-year stint before joining Werder Bremen during the last summer window. Gnabry has been impressive for Werder Bremen since his arrival and has gone on to score 10 goals in 16 appearances. However, despite his current form in the Bundesliga, the Germany international has admitted he could make a shock return to the Premier League and could be with Chelsea or Arsenal. When asked about his future, he told Bild: ‘For my future, I’ve decided to focus on how I play now and today. That’s why I’m … [Read more...]