The Super Eagles playmaker has said his goodbyes and thank you to Arsenal fans and the club’s legendary manager after completing his multimillion dollar move to Everton.
Alex Iwobi, 23, has taken to his Instagram account send an emotional letter to every one who has helped him achieve his dreams thus far, hinting at no grudges held despite the club cashing in on him on transfer deadline day.
“I grew up dreaming of playing for Arsenal, following in the footsteps of some of my heroes. I’m proud to say that at 23, I’ve achieved one of my dreams,” he wrote.
“From playing for Arsenal kids to 149 appearances, it was a honour to play for the club I supported as a boy.
“I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. So many people to thank, far too many individual names to mention but I thank you all!
“So many great moments, from scoring my first goal at the Emirates to scoring my last goal in Baku, you’ve played a big part in my 17 fantastic years.
“Special thanks to the fans, my teammates, the support staff, my coaches Arsene Wenger and Unai Emery who put faith in me and gave me the opportunity to grow as a player and a man.
“Big love to a special club. Arsenal will be forever in my heart.”
The midfielder played scored 11 goals in 100 league appearances for the Gunners.
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Iwobi is a great selfless player and would do even better at Everton and perhaps for England. It is a pity he left Arsenal. Arsenal needs players with speed, skill and a quick mind. Iwobi combined these three qualities. May be Arsena has become the breeding ground for Everton after Walcott and Iwobi! Good luck Iwobi. From Mauritius.
Alex iwobi we arsenal fans of Nigeria we prey for god.to protect you. to help you. in game play and you become world best playar
Good bye wish you the best
Alex i personally enjoyed seeing nutmegs from you lad i will miss your presence as an arsenal fan. goodluck bro #kenyan fan
Love never end,i wish u all de best nd always exspect ur return to b arsenal player once again.goodbye dear i miss u so much.
Alex i wish u all the best in your new hurdle may God grant u the best of your career at your new club. arsenal refuse to see the star in u dont worry they will come back begging for u soon. Dayo chelsea fan naija
I wish you best of luck bro, may God make you best player. Pls keep on working hard and scoring goals. Goodluck bro.
I wish you nothing but the best of game and god protection.
Gudbye bro may u became world class player
Wht a great prayer, not an arsenal fan, but i see arsenal games just cos of u, I guess it's eveton game now then,