4 footballers who have played for both Manchester United and Arsenal

Robin Van Persie remains one of the best strikers to have played in the Premier League in the modern era
Robin Van Persie remains one of the best strikers to have played in the Premier League in the modern era

4. Henrikh Mkhitaryan:

Henrik Mkhitaryan
Henrik Mkhitaryan

Mkhitaryan, the Armenian attacking midfielder, remains the only player to play in the Premier League from his country. He was signed by United from Borussia Dortmund at a price of almost 30 Million Pounds in 2016.

However, his stint at United was hardly memorable as he was tried both as an attacking midfielder and a winger, but could not impress with his performances. His return of 13 goals in 63 matches was not at all satisfactory. United struggled to devise a proper formation for themselves and as a result, Mkhitaryan’s position at the club was also jeopardized.

He was sold to Arsenal in 2017 and has managed to get a regular place in their starting line-up since then. Mkhitaryan has played in 33 matches for Arsenal and scored 5 goals. He has been tried as a wing-forward in a 3-4-3 formation as well and seems to have found his niche in English football with Arsenal. Also, his ball-skills seem to be better suited for the slick and fluid playing style of Arsenal.

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Edited by Sudeshna Banerjee
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