Bacary Sagna Rejects Arsène Wenger’s Claims Over Manchester City Move
Bacary Sagna has publicly responded to comments made by his former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger regarding his transfer to Manchester City, firmly denying claims that he was eager to leave Arsenal for City long before his move.
In an exclusive statement, Sagna emphasized his loyalty and professionalism during his six years at Arsenal. “Everyone knows what happened. I’m loyal and professional, I’m not a cheat. So I don’t want to comment on that. All I can say is that during my years at Arsenal, I was always honest, I always gave everything. I always played, even when I wasn’t fully recovered from injury. I don’t know why Wenger said that,” the French international said.
The 31-year-old right-back explained that his decision to leave was motivated by a desire for a fresh challenge rather than financial reasons. “I wanted a change, I wanted to boost my career. I’m 31, it was time to leave, it has nothing to do with money. Can you find me a player who stayed six years with the same contract in Europe? That’s what I did and I never asked for anything.”
Sagna also addressed the timing of his move to Manchester City, rejecting the suggestion that he was the first to push for the transfer. “If I had been the first to join Manchester City then OK. But I don’t know what to think. All players leave when they are mistreated. I won’t be the first player to leave his club and I certainly won’t be the last.”
The defender’s remarks highlight the complex dynamics behind high-profile transfers and reflect the sometimes strained relationship between players and managers when it comes to career moves. Sagna’s insistence on his professionalism underscores his commitment to his previous club, despite the challenges faced in his final season at Arsenal.
