Pep Guardiola has thanked Oleksandr Zinchenko for his contribution to Manchester City as he prepares to complete his £32million transfer to Arsenal.
The Ukrainian is set to make the big-money move to the Emirates Stadium after six years at City, during which he won four Premier League titles, four Carabao Cups and one FA Cup. Zinchenko contributed to some vital moments during his time at the club, including on the final day of last season, where he grabbed an assist against Aston Villa as City came from behind to win and lift the title.
Zinchenko had only made 33 senior appearances for Ufa before his switch to City in 2016, and after spending his first campaign on loan at PSV, he quickly established himself as a useful cog in Guardiola's squad. In total, the 25-year-old played 128 times for the Citizens and Guardiola is grateful they were able say goodbye to the player properly.
