The Gunners boss wants the defender and midfielder to move on before the European transfer window closes on September 2
Unai Emery has told Shkodran Mustafi and Mohamed Elneny to leave Arsenal this month for the best of their careers.
“We have some players, they know their situation,” said Emery.
“For example, Elneny and Mustafi know their position in the squad and really I want the players to be happy here, I want the players to be protagonists here.
“Last year with Mustafi and Mo, when they didn't play they weren't happy. I spoke with them a lot of times last year and this pre-season and I think it is positive for them to leave and sign for another team where they can be protagonists and be happy and continue their careers.”
“They are very big players,” said Arsenal’s head coach. “But for one circumstance or another, they are going to have less chances to show their capacity or to be happy with us and the minutes they play in matches.
“But they know the situation and really, really I am wishing the best for them and I think now the best for them is to be protagonists in another team and sign to get another challenge.
“We respect them, they are training with us, but they know their situation and only I am wishing the best for them.”
Oliverkiss
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Elneny, you are not a bad player, just not good enough for Arsenal. Mustafi, you are the worst defender i've seen
Habcilprsy
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Both players have played for their countries, (Germany&Egypt) therefore they must be talented. Emery you do not go public with news like that, You should keep it private between yourself and the players, and if they don’t find a club to transfer to, they will run their contracts and go on agree transfer. Emery a gentleman and don’t air news that are very detrimental to the future of your layers, shame on you
category
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I like Iwobi, but he had a few decent games and many disastrous ones. He was average at best and not the type of player that Arsenal need if they are to win something. Same goes for Mkhi, Mustafi, Elneny and a few others. Difference is there are no good bids for them...yet.
Solomonay96
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Time for Rob holding and Callum chambers to explore.. I wish Elneny all the best, he was never on Arsenal’s Level and has for mustafi he’s the most pathetic defender I’ve ever watched in football more reason why he’s not getting any suitors... Good Riddance! Bye! Bye! Thank you very much.. The Fans wish all the best in your careers, hope it gets amazing where you go to. We have moved on from you..
Disan10
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They know their position. They should find other clubs. They are big players...... but too small for this club.