2nd July
There was a mass exodus.
3 coaches, 4 physios and 1 scout were the only staff left.
There were only 11 first team players left along with a few unknown reserves.
But the biggest departures were the captain Robin Van Persie, and the club legend Arsene Wenger. In a statement Wenger said "This is a club I love and I cannot thank enough for the patience they have shown me. However this is a transition and a new period for the club. With a new period comes a new challenge and a new is needed. I wish who ever does take charge the best and I have decided to retire from management. I don't think i can make myself join a new club as long as Arsenal exists.
Arsenal release information on the departures from the club
There was a mass exodus.
3 coaches, 4 physios and 1 scout were the only staff left.
There were only 11 first team players left along with a few unknown reserves.
But the biggest departures were the captain Robin Van Persie, and the club legend Arsene Wenger. In a statement Wenger said "This is a club I love and I cannot thank enough for the patience they have shown me. However this is a transition and a new period for the club. With a new period comes a new challenge and a new is needed. I wish who ever does take charge the best and I have decided to retire from management. I don't think i can make myself join a new club as long as Arsenal exists.
