Aaron Ramsey has bid an emotional farewell to Arsenal as the midfielder was present at the Emirates during the 1-1 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion.
Ramsey set to join Juventus in the summer ending his 11year long association with the North Londoners. Unai Emery didn’t seem to prefer the 28 year old much but off late has praised the player for his contribution.
The Wales international already played his last match for the Gunners in the Europa League and is unlikely to be involved further in this season. His most memorable moment would have to be the winning goals in the FA Cup final in 2014 and 2017.
He broke into tears after the match on being asked his reaction. “Obviously it’s very emotional, it’s been a hell of a journey.
“Eleven years of my life, so much has happened in that, when I look back. You can tell by my voice how much it means to me.
“I’m just grateful for the opportunity to play for this great club and spend so many years.
“I spent 11 years here, I came here 17 years old – a boy – and I’m leaving a man. I’ve got a family, my wife, my kids, so much has happened, I’m just grateful for the opportunity here.
“Obviously I’m really excited for the new challenge and new chapter in my life [at Juventus] but today it’s all about this”,
“This is where I grew up here, I just want to take this in today and let it settle in for a few more days before I can really look forward and concentrate on that.”
