Former Arsenal fullback Bacary Sagna believes the fans drove Arsene Wenger out of the club.

Speaking with Foot Mercato, Sagna was sorry with the manner of Wenger's departure.

He said, "I expected that. To see how the supporters turned against him was the next logical step. I think he could not continue in this context. It's still a pity. After having brought so much to the club, going out that way is ugly. He gave so much to the club...

"He changed the image of English football, he gave it a lot. Even beyond, to all European football. It's a shame to have made an exit like this. For me, it's poor.

"All can not go perfectly. He had good times with Arsenal. He has always tried to maintain a certain ethic in order to make progress and play young people, especially English. He is criticized while trying to help football. It's not always consistent.

"The English complain of always having more foreigners, to not have enough room for their young talents. And when a coach, who is more French, does, gives the chance to young English, he is criticised by the same English press..."