I’ve Ced my goodbyes

Cedric Soares  has penned a gushing farewell to Arsenal.

The Portugal full-back, 32, has struggled for game-time in four years with the Emirates, spending the second half of last season on loan with Fulham.

But he shared a generous tribute to Mikel Arteta’s men.

Soares said: “What a team and what a club. When I say a team, I mean exactly that, quality in every player, the professionalism that you show and the amazing human beings you guys are, so thank you!

“When I say club I mean all the departments, all the staff that is constantly putting all the hard hours on and off the pitch to make it possible to fight at the highest level.

“When I say club it also means its heart and with this I mean you guys, THE FANS, that made this journey so unreal and unforgettable.

“So to all the fans, I thank you! You will always have a special place in my heart!”

Cedric made just five appearances for the Gunners this term and with the likes of Ben White, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Jurrien Timber competing for minutes in his favoured right-back spot, a new contract understandably wasn’t offered.