Last updated at 11:55 PM on 30th August 2011
Insisting the Gunners can no longer compete with Europe's elite when it comes to capturing the best talent, Nasri refused to blame Arsene Wenger and said his former manager is restricted by a lack of cash.
The £24million Manchester City signing said: 'Arsenal do not have money to spend, so they are gambling on young players. Arsenal are obliged to sell their best players and bet on youth - but what counts is having a team, great players and a solid squad to win titles.'
Parting shot: Samir Nasri claims Arsenal are a selling club
The France forward insisted that the prospect of being part of a new-look Arsenal was not enough to persuade him to stay, particularly after the club's six-season trophy drought.
'Arsene wanted me to stay but I made my decision to leave in June. I wanted to leave after our difficult end to the season,' Nasri told France Football magazine. 'There were signs that it was time for me to leave Arsenal. Cesc's departure, our end of season, defeat in the Carling Cup final and Manchester City on the way up.
On his way: Per Mertesacker is set to sign for Arsenal
Nasri's comments will further antagonise Gunners fans who are furious at him - and Cesc Fabregas - for leaving.
While Arsenal were being humiliated by Manchester United on Sunday, Nasri played a key role on his debut for City in their 5-1 demolition of Tottenham.
As Sportsmail revealed ahead of Nasri's switch to Eastlands, United had been serious contenders to sign him.
Done deal: Andre Santos has joined from Fenerbahce
Nasri said: 'Manchester United? I wanted to write history rather than participate in it. I think there is more to do with City. Vieira convinced me by presenting City as a big club of the future. He said it was important to be part of it now.'
Không có nhận xét nào:
Đăng nhận xét