Arsenal will always hold a very special place in David O’Leary’s heart.
The former Republic of Ireland international joined us as a 15-year-old and went on to become our record appearance maker, lifting six trophies including the 1989 First Division title at Anfield, and says he will never forget his time in north London.
“I’m approaching 45 years in London, a lot of it around Arsenal,” he told Arsenal Player. “It’s a club that I owe so much to and it’s the club that made me.
“I’ve had a few memorable things like scoring a penalty in the World Cup for Ireland.