Former Manchester United and Aston Villa striker Dion Dublin has apologised to Arsenal defender David Luiz.

Having slated Luiz, 33, on many occasions in the past, Dublin admitted the error of his ways - pointing to last season's FA Cup final as an example of his positive contribution.

He said: "Having given David Luiz so much stick over the years, I was at Wembley for the final and I was pitchside.

"I was listening to David Luiz talk non-stop throughout the game.

"You're thinking 'he's a character'. 'He's a leader'.

"He's [Arteta] got another one now in Partey. He's got another one upfront in Aubameyang. Maybe he's building something where other players can work off."

And Dublin, capped four times by England, promised to be kinder to the Premier League and Champions League-winning centre-back.

He continued: "I am yes. I am going to try. I promise you I am going to try.

"I promise I will try to be nice to you. I'm sorry."