Ex-Arsenal player: I left six months after signing five-year deal

According to Mirror Football, a former Arsenal player has opened up about a surprising exit from the club, admitting that he signed a five-year contract but left after only six months because he did not believe in the manager's project.

The player, whose comments have been reported by the Mirror, said he made the decision quickly once he lost faith in the direction the team was heading. Despite the length of the deal, he felt it was better to move on rather than stay in a situation he did not trust.

The episode is yet another example of how even the most secure-looking contracts can unravel at a big club. Arsenal have had their share of transfer twists, but this one stands out for how short the gap was between committing long term and walking away.

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