The German defender was told he could leave the Emirates this summer, but decided to stay with the Gunners
Unai Emery insists he respects Shokdran Mustafi’s decision to remain at Arsenal and says the defender will still be part of his plans this season.
Mustafi was widely expected to leave the Emirates during the transfer window, with Emery publicly stating that a move would be best for the German’s career after his error-strewn stay in north London.
But despite Arsenal moving several unwanted players out throughout the summer, Mustafi remained - with the centre-back deciding to stay and fight for his place.