AS Monaco midfielder Cesc Fabregas has paid tribute to axed Arsenal scout Francis Cagigao.

Fabregas moved to Arsenal as a 16-year-old in 2003 and spent almost almost a decade at the club before returning to Barcelona.

The Spaniard though has always spoken highly of his experience with the Gunners and has thanked the man who bought in to the capital.

He said on Twitter: "Thank you for the 24+ years of devotion, respect, loyalty and love you gave to @arsenal Nothing would have been the same for me if you didn't spot me at 15 years old.

"I wish you all the very best for the future. Your next team will be very lucky to have your football brain."