Arsenal defender Stephan Lichtsteiner has confirmed he will leave the club this summer after just one year at the Emirates Stadium.
The 35-year-old became Unai Emery's first signing as Arsenal manager after joining the Gunners on a free transfer from Juventus last June.
Upon his arrival, Emery praised Lichtsteiner for bringing his wealth of experience and leadership to the north London side, but the Switzerland captain would go on to only play a bit-part role last season.
Lichtsteiner, who was an unused substitute in Arsenal's Europa League final defeat to Chelsea in Baku last week, has now confirmed he will bring his one-year stint at the club to an end but admitted he had enjoyed his short time with the Gunners.
Writing on Instagram on Monday, he said: "Dear Gunners. We were close to add an important chapter to this amazing club's history. But to be close ... is unfortunately not good enough.
"This is hard to accept. I'm very disappointed.
"It was our objective to bring Arsenal back on the highest international level and to win trophies. Both belong to this great club.
"I wish my teammates, my coach and his staff, all hard-working employees and all Gunner fans simply the best! I'm confident our team can complete our mission next season!
"I loved to be a part of this club. It was a great challenge and experience without a happy end, unfortunately. Thank you very much for your overwhelming support! It was much appreciated!
See you, Stephan"
