Alex Iwobi has insisted that Arsene Wenger has the full support of the Arsenal squad, even claiming that they would “run through brick walls” for him.
Speculation had been rife during the second half of last season as to whether the Frenchman’s time in north London was finally up, but last week he committed his future to the Gunners for two more years.
Arsenal fans are split on the matter, with an FA Cup victory not proving enough for some supporters after the Gunners failed to book a spot in next season’s Champions League.
Nigeria international Iwobi, however, believes that the new deal is great news for the club, telling The Sun: “I’m backing Arsene Wenger to win the league title at Arsenal again.
“There won’t be a single player in our dressing room next season who will not fight for him. We’d run through brick walls for the boss.
“I’m pleased because he really is Mr Arsenal, isn’t he? He has made it the great institution it is today.”
“He showed faith in me and gave me the opportunity to step into the first team after coming through the academy. Unfortunately, he has not tasted a Premier League title since 2004, but look what he has achieved in his time here.
“Even last weekend, he became the manager who has won the FA Cup seven times — more than any other. I’m happy he’s staying — so are the rest of the lads — because it’s good for the club, good for the team.”
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