Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has paid tribute to Abou Diaby after he announced his retirement this week.

Diaby made a glowing tribute to his former Gunners boss earlier this and Wenger reciprocated last night.

Wenger told SFR Sport: "Abu, I'm really sad that you stop your career. Just the other day, I talked about you and this tackle from Sunderland that hurt you so much.

"I spoke of your courage and the strength you showed each time to come back. And unfortunately you could not express all the talent that was in you. I'm sure you'll do it in another form in your new life.

"In any case, I thank you and I hope for a lot of happiness for the future."