The former Gunner has revealed the frustration he had to endure while playing for his previous club, specifically pointing out the English media for being libellous.
Barcelona’s http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Arsenal-c38429. The player has expressed that he is still unaware of the reason which made the English Premier League treat him like that.
According to the defender, he was very keen on signing a new contract with the Emirates Stadium outfit.
He revealed that it was his desire to sign a five-year contract with the London side, however, his efforts to negotiate terms with the club were snubbed almost every time.
Song stated that he had expected from the club which he was loyal to and loved dearly. However, he was denied a contract extension which forced him to consider other options.
The http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Cameroon-c2865 international was signed by Barca only recently and the footballer is grateful to them for offering him the opportunity to represent them.
The defender claimed that the Catalan giants are the best club in the world and that he looks forward to achieving great things at the Nou Camp.
It is interesting to note that prior to joining La Blaugrana, Song expressed his utmost loyalty towards Arsenal. However, one cannot blame a footballer for having a desire to join http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604.
The Cameroonian also shed light over the actions of the English media. He blamed the media for exaggerating and reporting every matter with malice. He revealed that he always had a great relationship with Arsene Wenger and that a rift was falsely reported.
While talking to reporters, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alex-c4752 was quoted as saying:
"Every time I tried to talk to the club about renewing my contract I was fobbed off. I wanted a new five year contract… and I’ve ended up at Barcelona. They told me that I had three years left on my contract. I didn’t want to talk about money, just tie my
career to the club that I loved. Then Barcelona appeared out of nowhere and came for me".
"I also don't understand and I'm angered by suggestions that I had problems with Arsene Wenger. I love him like a father".
Song’s debut with Barca saw them lose out the Spanish Supercup against Real Madrid this past Wednesday.
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