Arsenal title winner Emmanuel Petit states that he ‘misses out on Arsene Wenger’ following his former club’s decision to maintain David Luiz for another season.
Emmanuel Petit has actually struck out at Arsenal‘s board for their “joke” decision to award David Luiz a new contract.
Arsenal verified on Wednesday early morning that the Brazilian centre-back will remain on at the Emirates Arena for an additional 12 months.
The news begins the back of some doubtful display screens from Luiz, especially in recently’s 3-0 loss to Manchester City when at fault for 2 goals prior to being dispatched.
Petit, who won the Premier League and FA Cup playing under Arsene Wenger at Arsenal, feels that the decision is reflective of the instructions that his former club are heading.
“David Luiz hasn’t been a proper footballer for about three years. But I’m not surprised that he has been given a new contract at Arsenal, because I’ve been very disappointed in relation to the club’s activity in the transfer market,” he informed Paddy Power.
” I have actually been especially distressed in relation to the protectors. All of us understand among Arsenal’s major weak points is their defence and absolutely nothing has actually altered. This makes me miss out on Arsene Wenger.
” If I was David Luiz, obviously I would sign a new deal and I would likewise state a prayer of thanks to the Arsenal directors whenever I get up. Even when he last won the Premier League with Chelsea, he’s not the exact same player anymore This person has actually lost something.
“To be honest, it’s a joke. Find some proper defenders. Are you telling me there are no young talented defenders on the market? I just don’t get it.”
Pablo Mari, Cedric Soares and Dani Ceballos have actually likewise signed contract extensions of differing lengths for Arsenal, who are back in Premier League action on Thursday night with a journey to Southampton.
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