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Koscielny branded ‘a disgrace’ by Arsenal icon after lacking class in summer transfer

David Seaman has been left disappointed by the actions of the defender, who forced through a switch to Bordeaux during the summer transfer window

Laurent Koscielny has been branded “a disgrace” by Arsenal legend David Seaman, with the Frenchman considered to have shown a lack of class during a summer transfer saga.

After nine years in north London, the experienced centre-half made it clear when the window opened that he wanted out.

The 33-year-old refused to travel with the Gunners to a pre-season tour in America, forcing the club to open disciplinary proceedings.

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That did little to alter Koscielny’s mindset, despite the Premier League outfit making it clear that their preference was to see the final 12 months of his contract honoured.