Mkhitaryan thanks Man United

Armenian national football team captain Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who has transferred to Arsenal, has thanked Manchester United and its fans.

“I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Manchester United players and staff and especially the fans for your love, passion and support,” the midfielder wrote on social media. “I enjoyed having the honour of contributing to the history of your great club by winning the Europa League cup. I will always cherish the memory of that moment and that match. And of my Boxing Day scorpion kick and of hearing the song ‘Whoa Mkhitaryan...’ every time I stepped onto the pitch. I could name many more memories, I enjoyed every moment we shared and cheered together. At this stage of my career, I simply have to enjoy myself on the pitch and play. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and the best of luck to all of you! Life goes on.” 

Mkhitaryan, 29, has signed a long-term contract with Arsenal.