Freddie Ljungberg had admitted he's filled with great pride after playing a pivotal role in the development of Arsenal's next generation of talent.
The Gunners have opted for a youthful approach under Mikel Arteta, with Joe Willock, Bukayo Saka, Reiss Nelson and Eddie Nktiah all playing important roles in the first-team since his arrival.
Ljungberg announced he is leaving Arsenal this summer to further his coaching opportunities after taking over the club on an interim basis after Unai Emery was sacked.
Having worked with the youngsters at Arsenal extensively before becoming Arteta's assistant, Ljungberg has been heavily praised for his role in aiding the next group of young Arsenal players.
"It's amazing when you say all those names," Ljungberg told Arsenal.
"I don't really think about it like that but its with enormous pride when I hear that. When you see them play and Bukayo (Saka) for example since he was 15 years old, I have been trying to help these players.
"To see them develop into the first-team and we had so many of them doing so well. Feeling you've had a bit-part of helping them is an amazing feeling when at this time, we have so many young players in the Arsenal first-team.
"It's not just Bukayo, there are others. When they're young, there are always question marks. It's not a gamble but I put my neck on the line and said 'no, he's ready. Go for it'.
"Of course, if he doesn't, that's on me. But I believe when you can see a young player is ready, they need to get the chance and sometimes that doesn't happen.
"The main thing is they do it, not me. I just try to help them early on. When they get the chance with all the pressure, they have done it."
