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Ian Wright shares brilliant Arsene Wenger and Highbury story as he apologises to Arsenal legend

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has finally issued an apology to Arsene Wenger.

For bumping into his former Gunners manager at Highbury whilst on roller-blades.

The incident has obviously been playing on the BBC Match of the Day pundit's mind for some time now, but hasn't had the chance to address it in person with Wenger.

Until Monday night.

Well, sort of as in a pre-recorded message to the legendary Frenchman, Wright took the opportunity to apologise and share the hilarious story.

"Hey boss, how are you doing? I know what you're thinking right now 'Oh my god, I love him so much, he was the greatest player I've ever managed'" Wright joked.

"Listen, I want to take this opportunity to - it's been bothering me for many, many years - say I'm sorry that I went through the marble halls on rollerblades and bumped into you.

"It wasn't very professional like you said, in fact you said [in a French accent] 'Ian, this is not acceptable', but hey you got me a Premier League medal and that's why I will love you forever.

"God bless, have a great night, take it easy."

All that remains to be seen is if Wenger accepts Wright's heartfelt apology.

Wright was speaking at the Legends of Football event, in support of Nordoff Robbins, honouring Arsène Wenger, visit  lofootball.co.uk  for more details

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