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Current Arsenal squad pays rich paean to Arsene Wenger

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Arsene Wenger’s decision to step down as Arsenal manager at the end of the ongoing season was almost universally met by shock across the globe and a majority of his current players took to social media to thank their boss for guiding them in their professional footballing careers.

Wenger’s 22-year-old tryst with Arsenal will come to an end in May, the manager confirmed on Friday, ending what has been a eventful reign in the English capital that saw unprecedented success in the early years but it became a fractious towards the end as a decade-long Premier League drought had majority of supporters miffed.

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Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere, who came through the ranks at Arsenal’s Academy:

To the man who gave me my chance as a 16 year old, and showed unbeliveable faith and commitment towards me. Always a gentleman, like a father through tough times in my career. He always believed in me when most people didn’t. Thank you for everything boss! It’s down to us now to end your era right. #onearsenewenger

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Aaron Ramsey, so often Wilshere’s partner in the Gunners midfield, posted:

It has been an honour to play for you and win trophies with you. You have been a big influence in my life on and off the field from a boy to a man. I am so happy to see everyone showing gratitude and respect today because you more than deserve it. You changed English football and have done so much for the club. I am fortunate to have learnt from you and I thank you for everything Boss.

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Former Chelsea custodian and current Arsenal keeper Petr Cech:

After the big news today it’s an opportunity for all the Gunners to show the love and appreciation to the man who created a huge part of the history and legacy of @arsenal and hopefully will leave with another trophy in his hands! Up to all of us to make it happen . #COYG

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Mesut Ozil, considered one of Wenger’s best-ever signings:

Passion, respect and success… that is what Arsene Wenger is all about. Thank you for what you’ve done for us at @Arsenal and the football world. ⚽ I’m grateful for everything you’ve taught me and all the trust you’ve put in me no matter how difficult the situation was. Merci Boss! 🙏🏼 #YaGunnersYa

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Centre-back Shkodran Mustafi, a player Wenger recently signed, penned:

The end of an era for @arsenal and also a very moving moment for myself. You’ve made me a Gunner. No matter what I say, I can never thank you enough for all you’ve done for this club. We’ll give our all to make this a worthy farewell 🔴🙏🏼 #WeAreTheArsenal #22years

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Defensive mainstay Laurent Koscielny, who’s been at the club for nearly a decade:

C’est un honneur d’avoir pu travailler avec vous. Vous m’avez donné la chance de pouvoir évoluer sous vos ordres et ce fut un réel plaisir. Grâce à vous j’ai pu grandir en tant que footballeur mais surtout en tant qu’homme et pour cela je vous remercie… Vous pouvez être fier de votre carrière et de tout ce que vous avez accompli. Merci boss 🙏🏻

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Bosnian fullback Sead Kolasinac, who arrived at the Emirates in the summer:

Thank you for everything boss! It was a pleasure to be part of your team! #MerciArsène #AFC @arsenal

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Spanish fullback Hector Bellerin posted:

Personally a very sad day. I am forever in debt to this man. The person who had faith in me and gave me a platform to progress. Thank you for all the memories and trophies boss ❤

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who will go down as Wenger’s final signing ever, posted:

Im you’re last signing but since I’m here I’m proud to be your player Boss thanks for everything #merciarsene #legend

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Alexandre Lacazette didn’t spend much time with Wenger, but clearly holds the Frenchman in high regard:

Only 1 year but it was a pleasure and an honor to play for you, thank you boss .. #MerciArsene 🔴

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Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck uploaded this on his Instagram handle:

Feel privileged to have worked under such a great manager. A true gentleman and an innovator of the game. We will fight until the end for you #MerciArsène

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Spanish fullback Nacho Monreal:

Thank you boss for all the memories and for my opportunity to come and player under your guidance!!

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Swiss defensive midfielder Granit Xhaka:

A dream come true to play for you, an honour to be managed by you. Thank you boss, a big legend. Now we must finish this season the best way together and end it with one more trophy

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Young winger Alexander Iwobi:

For Everything You’ve Done For Arsenal Football Club, For Trusting Me As A Teenager, For Giving Me The Opportunity To Express Myself And Grow Both As A Footballer And As A Person, I Will Forever Be Grateful To You Boss. Thank You So Much! ❤#MerciArsene

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