Oleksandr Zinchenko has issued a touching farewell message after his permanent exit from Arsenal was confirmed on Sunday. The Ukraine international, who spent the first half of the season on loan at Nottingham Forest, has now departed the Emirates Stadium for good to sign for Ajax.

Zinchenko, 29, has penned a short-term contract at the Amsterdam club until the summer and could make his debut when they travel to AZ Alkmaar next weekend.

As for his time at Arsenal, Zinchenko joined the Gunners from Manchester City in a £30million plus add-ons deal in July 2022 and went on to make 91 appearances across all competitions, scoring three goals.

He produced a number of memorable moments in north London, scoring an important goal in a 4-2 win at Aston Villa in February 2023 and netting an exquisite half-volley against Burnley the following campaign.

Now, with his Arsenal career ending after three-and-a-half years, Zinchenko has sent a heartfelt message to the Gunners faithful.

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