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'African players had a massive impact'

Arsène Wenger had special praise for the African players he’s worked with as he looked back on 20 years in charge at Arsenal - and even longer as a manager.

The boss transformed Kolo Toure from an unknown into a world-class defender, and re-ignited Kanu’s career when he signed the Nigerian in 1999.

“African players had a massive impact on my career because I always managed them right from the moment I started in the top league in France,” said Wenger.