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During the last season, the finalist of the Champions League from London announced that the defender Sol Campbell, who has represented the team for five years, decided to leave the club and "seek a new challenge."
"I am leaving proudly, with achievements, and with a desire to seek a new challenge. I am really interested in playing abroad, but for now, I do not rule out any possibilities. I would like to thank Arsene Wenger for what he has done for me, and to those world-class players with whom playing and achieving so much has been a real honor," said S. Campbell.
"Sol was a true giant for us, but we respect his decision to move elsewhere, and we certainly regret that he is leaving us. His desire and participation were very important for our success over the past five years. Sol was a true defensive pillar and he will take with him fantastic memories, which he truly deserves. Winning two English championships, three FA Cups, and scoring in the Champions League final against Barcelona is something he will long remember. I know that young players who have been improving here recently have greatly benefited from playing alongside Sol," said Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger.
England national team defender S. Campbell angered the fans of Tottenham, the North London rival of Arsenal, when he transferred to Arsenal in the summer of 2001. The player represented the Gunners 197 times and scored 11 goals. Last season, the Englishman was plagued by injuries, and he even left the team for a few days due to personal problems, but later returned to the team and participated in the Champions League semifinals and final matches.
