Stephan Lichtsteiner has confirmed that he’ll be leaving Arsenal in July when his one-year deal comes to an end.
After seven years at Juventus, the 35-year-old moved to the Emirates on a free in the summer as back-up to Hector Bellerin.
It’s probably fair to say that Stephan’s spell as a Gunner hasn’t gone as well as he might have hoped.
Even though Hector picked up a season-ending injury in January, the veteran Swiss defender found himself overlooked for key games with Unai Emery often preferring to play Ainsley Maitland-Niles at right-back.
Carl Jenkinson, who is also expected to leave the club in the coming weeks, also got the occasional nod ahead of the seven-time Scudetto winner.
In total, Stephan made 23 appearances for Arsenal, scoring one goal in the League Cup against Blackpool.
In a statement on social media, he wished the Gunners all the best.
Dear Gunners
We were close to add an important chapter to this amazing club’s history. But to be close … is unfortunately not good enough. This is hard to accept. I’m very disappointed.
It was our objective to bring Arsenal back on the highest international level and to win trophies. Both belong to this great club. I wish my teammates, my coach and his staff, all hard-working employees and all Gunner fans simply the best! I’m confident our team can complete our mission next season! I loved to be a part of this club. It was a great challenge and experience without a happy end, unfortunately. Thank you very much for your overwhelming support! It was much appreciated!
See you
Stephan
We wish Stephan all the best for the future. No doubt, he’ll find another club soon.
Lichtsteiner confirms Arsenal exit - Arseblog News
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