Laurent Koscielny Finally Leaves Arsenal For Ligue 1 Side

Laurent Koscielny, has finally completed a €5 million move to Bordeaux, with Arsenal reluctantly letting its club captain join the Ligue 1 Side Bordeaux heading back home in the summer transfer window.

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They have, however, bowed to the player’s wishes after it became apparent that he wanted out and Bordeaux were prepared to put a suitable off on the table.

A statement on the Gunners’ official website read: “The centre back has made 353 appearances for us since signing from Lorient in 2010.

“He was part of our Emirates FA Cup-winning squads in 2014, 2015 and 2017.

“Laurent, who started his career in the French second division at Guingamp in 2004, has played 51 matches for France and was entering the final year of his current contract with us. We decided to sanction his move to Bordeaux once we agreed acceptable transfer terms. “We thank Laurent for his contribution to the club and wish him all the best for the future. “The transfer is subject to the completion of regulatory processes.” Photo Credit: Getty

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