Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, is said to have rejected Alexis Sanchez's desire to return to the team shortly after the former Gunners star contacted.
Before joining Manchester United in 2018, Sanchez had been a standout for Arsenal during a four-year stint with the north London club, tallying 80 goals in 166 games.The Chilean attacker struggled to live up to expectations at Old Trafford, scoring just five goals in 45 games after being traded for Henrikh Mkhitaryan.By scoring 18 goals in 44 games for Marseille this season, Sanchez has experienced a comeback, helping the French team finish third in Ligue 1 and qualify for the Champions League once more.According to the Chilean newspaper La Tercera, the 34-year-old called Arteta to ask for a free transfer back to Arsenal this summer while he considers his alternatives.
It was asserted that Arteta responded to Sanchez's request in a "direct" manner.According to reports, the Spaniard told his former teammate that the club wanted younger players as it looks to fight for the crown, and that he did not fit into their plans.Prior to Marseille's Champions League match against rival Tottenham last year, Sanchez had previously talked about his happy recollections of playing for Arsenal.Sanchez added, "Beating Spurs was very special every time. I have great memories from my time there and have a lot of love for Arsenal.""These are the memories I cherish and hold close to my heart."
Before moving to Manchester United, Sanchez had been a major and a component in helping Arsenal win two FA Cups.After leaving Old Trafford, the forward won the Serie A championship and the Coppa Italia with Inter Milan before joining Marseille at the start of current season.Sanchez has received new terms from Marseille to remain at the club.
The 'direct' response from Arsenal manager Arteta to Sanchez's appeal for a return
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