Arsene Wenger: 5 life lessons we can learn from the Arsenal manager

#5 Sustainability

New Arsenal Emirates Stadium

For a majority of his 22-year spell, Arsene Wenger almost hated the thought of disrespecting his contract and leaving the club. Yet at all times he ensured that the man who'd take over from him was impeccably equipped for the future. And that's just the case as the curtain falls on the Wenger era.

A world-class stadium that brings in healthy revenues. An immensely talented group of players who are capable of reaching the top with a few additions. A backroom staff that works tirelessly to get the best out of these players. And most importantly, a set of great values ingrained in this great club.

The Wenger out chants were at its peak towards the end of last season, but word is that Wenger stayed on to put this club, his club in a better, sustainable position before he moved on. This season Arsenal have brought on board Sven Mislintat (Head of recruitment), and Raul Sanllehi (Head of football relations) who would assist CEO Ivan Gazidis in the running of this club.

The much-coveted signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang already shows signs of progress, and with the ageless Per Mertesacker taking over the youth academy, the club's sure in good hands. Wenger's leaving Arsenal with a Goliath of a team behind. Not a David.

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Merci Arsene!

On another note, Arsene Wenger's time at Arsenal has impacted me and countless Gooners worldwide in so many ways. His brand of football is the reason I fell in love with the game, and Arsene Wenger is probably the reason I write for football today.

I remember my naive nephew once asking me whether Arsenal is named after Arsene. I laughed at him then, but today I feel that makes a great amount of sense. An Arsenal touchline without Arsene is going to be strange, to say the least, but I'm glad I could witness the Wenger era.

Thank you for everything boss. There will be only one Arsene Wenger.