Pat Rice has claimed that Arsene Wenger will be 'very hurt' by supporter protests towards the end of the Frenchman's 22-year tenure as the Gunners boss.
Last Friday, Wenger broke the news that he would be stepping down as manager at the end of the season, with the decision dividing many fans.
Following his decision, the Arsenal boss spoke about his frustration at how a lack of 'unity' damaged his reputation and the club's identity in the last few years.
With Wenger coming under intense scrutiny in recent years, Rice believes it has taken its toll on the 68-year-old and that the debate will have deeply hurt the manager.