adminLONDON. – Petr Cech has penned an emotional goodbye to Chelsea. The Czech stopper sealed an £11 million move to Arsenal yesterday afternoon. But he hasn’t left Stamford Bridge without saying goodbye.
He said: “I thought this would never happen bit it is time for me to say goodbye to Chelsea football club.
“The club I have lived every single minute for since joining in July 2004, the club in which I thought I’d hang my gloves and boots one day and finish my career.
“But life doesn’t always turn out the way you think it will.
“Since 2004 it has been an incredible journey with so many highs and lows.
“We have managed to win every single English trophy as well as the Europa League and the biggest of all – Champions League.
“Looking back at all the achievements, including our first ever league double in 2010, back to back titles in 2005 and 2006, and multiple EPL and FA Cup wins, I couldn’t be more proud!
“As a team we made history together!
“Last summer things changed and I understood I was no longer the first-choice keeper but I felt it was not the right time for me to go.
“During the season it became clear that my situation would not improve and as I know I am not at the stage of my career where I want to be on the bench.
“I made my decision to look for new challenges.
“The limited playing time gave me the chance to refresh and rest mentally as well as make me realise just how much I enjoy playing football at the highest level because I missed it badly every game day I was not involved.
“I have the same commitment to football, the same motivation and the same hunger for success as I had at the beginning of my career and I love the challenges brought by top-quality players you face while playing in the Premier League – simply the best and the most challenging in the world.
“That’s why I spoke to Mr Abrahimovic about me staying in the Premier League and I’d like to thank him from the bottom of my heart for his support in this matter.
“It means so much to me because without him Chelsea football club would not be where it is now.” – The Daily Star.
Online Reporter