Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to step down at end of season

Published on: 20 April 2018

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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has announced that he will step down from the role he has occupied since 1996 at the end of the season.

"After careful consideration and following discussions with the club, I feel it is the right time for me to step down at the end of the season," Wenger said in a statement posted on the club's official website.

"I am grateful for having had the privilege to serve the club for so many memorable years.

"I managed the club with full commitment and integrity.

"I want to thank the staff, the players, the Directors and the fans who make this club so special.

"I urge our fans to stand behind the team to finish on a high.

"To all the Arsenal lovers take care of the values of the club.

"My love and support for ever."

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