It s not about performance it s all about politics - Ex-Arsenal star makes explosive claim on Gunners exit × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout Football EPL 2022-23 News

It s not about performance it s all about politics - Ex-Arsenal star makes explosive claim on Gunners exit

By Dakir Mohammed Thanveer Modified 07 Sep 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Bernd Leno has hit out at his former club Arsenal Former Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno has lifted the lid on why he felt the need to leave the Emirates Stadium in the recently-concluded transfer window. Leno joined Arsenal from Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen for a fee of €22 million in 2018. He then served as the first-choice goalkeeper for the Premier League giants for three years. However, the Germany international fell out of favor following Aaron Ramsdale's €28 million move from AFC Bournemouth last year. He made just eight appearances across all competitions for the Gunners last season. Frustrated with the lack of playing time ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Leno decided to secure a move away from the Emirates Stadium in the summer. He went on to join Fulham in a deal worth €9.3 million. Fulham Football Club@FulhamFC?

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#SPLENDID #FFC119321138?Welcome aboard, @Bernd_Leno! #SPLENDID #FFC Leno has now accused Arsenal of accommodating behind-the-scenes politics at the club. In an explosive interview with German magazine SPORT BILD, he claimed that he knew he had to get out of the club after realizing what was going on. He said [via Fussball Transfers]: "When I realized that it wasn't about performance or quality, I knew I had to go. During the pre-season, I saw that it's not about performance, it's all about politics. It was clear to me: I have to get out of here.” Tobi Altschäffl@altobelli13Bernd Leno talks @SPORTBILD about his end at Arsenal: „In the pre season I saw that it's not about performance, it's all about politics.“522Bernd Leno talks @SPORTBILD about his end at Arsenal: „In the pre season I saw that it's not about performance, it's all about politics.“ Leno made 125 appearances across all competitions during his four-year stint with Arsenal. He also helped the club win two trophies, including the FA Cup in the 2019-20 season.

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The Gunners strengthened their goalkeeping department during the recently-closed window. They brought in Matt Turner from Major League Soccer club New England Revolution for a deal worth around €8.7 million. Some believe Arsenal's decision to sign the United States international also has marketing motives. The 28-year-old has featured in each of their six matchday squads this season nevertheless. Leno, on the other hand, has established himself as a regular starter for Fulham. He remained on the bench for the Cottagers' first two matches, but has since not missed a single minute of Premier League action. The 30-year-old will be hopeful of earning a place in Germany's squad for the World Cup, which starts in November. He will also be determined to help Fulham retain their Premier League status this season. Marco Silva's side have made a good start to the campaign, winning and drawing two of their six matches so far. They currently sit 10th in the league table with eight points to their name. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Dakir Mohammed Thanveer × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout No Results Found Get the free App now Manage notifications Popular ‍ Sports (30+) CricketCricket HomeScheduleT20 World CupT20 warm upIND vs SAENG vs PAKAUS vs ENGLegends LeagueECS T10 CroatiaWBBL 2022ECC T10SMAT 2022Bukhatir LeagueNZ T20 Tri-SeriesWomen's Asia Cup 2022ECT10 FootballFootball HomeNewslettersSK Experts ScheduleEPLNations LeagueLa LigaLigue 1Champions LeagueFIFA WCMLS Bundesliga Serie A WWEWWE HomeNewslettersRumor RoundupRAWSmackDownResultsRosterChampionsWWE Crown Jewel 2022PPV ScheduleAEW EsportsEsports HomeMinecraftOverwatch 2RobloxGenshin ImpactFortniteGTAStreamersFree FirePUBGValorantBGMIPop CultureAnimeGaming TechWiki Guides TennisTennis HomeTennis calendarTennis Results TodayATP RankingsWTA RankingsRoger FedererRafael NadalNovak DjokovicSerena Williams MMAMMA HomeUFC NewsONE ChampionshipUFC Fight NightScheduleRankingsResultsUFC Fights TonightONE Championship ResultsONE Championship ScheduleONE Championship Rankings KabaddiKabaddi HomePKL 2022PKL SchedulePKL Points TableKabaddi Rules WikiWiki HomeMinecraft WikiNaruto WikiTikTok WikiYoutube WikiGTA WikiTerraria WikiOne Piece Wiki MoreSportsBasketballIndian FootballNFLMinecraftFormula 1NascarPop CultureCollege FootballHockeyGolfAthleticsBadmintonGymnasticsWrestlingSwimmingTennisShootingBoxingArcheryWinter SportsRobloxFree PicksSkateboardingKho KhoLifestyle LINKS About Us Write For Us Policies Editorial Standards Journalism Awards Fact Check Affiliate Program Careers CSR Privacy Policy Contact Us Edition: English हिन्दी