Why Arsenal
"First
of all, I'm really looking forward to it because I have the complete faith of
the manager. I talked to him at length over the phone and he told me his ideas
and he trusts me - and I need that as a player. I'm also looking forward to
meeting my team mates like Podolski or Mertesacker. I'm excited for the new task
ahead. I already heard how great the fans are, the city is great and the team is super class."
Wenger speaking German
"Sure,
but as I already said, a couple of team mates are there (Poldi/ Merte) that will help me."
What changed his mind
"At
that moment [of the interview] I was sure I would stay at Madrid. Then I
realised I would not get the full trust of the manager. I am a player who needs
to feel that - and I felt that with Arsenal and that's the reason why I'm
signing for them."
Future / WC
"Of course. Arsène Wenger gives me the chance to develop and be fully fit for the World Cup. I
know my abilities and potential and I would have made it in every club at the world - because
I'm convinced of my abilities. But if I don't feel that trust, then I have to leave the club.[...] I will continue to grown under the new
manager and I'm also looking forward to the Premier League."
Full interview can be found here
http://tv.dfb.de/index.php?view=6355
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