This archive report was first published on 29 November 2019.
Arsenal Centre Back David Luiz Apologizes to Unai Emery After Sacking ¶
David Luiz, the Arsenal centre back, has spoken out for the first time since Unai Emery's sacking on November 29, 2019. In a heartfelt apology, Luiz expressed his regret for the Gunners' poor run of form, which ultimately led to Emery's dismissal.
Luiz, who was signed by Emery in the summer, had a tumultuous relationship with the former Arsenal manager. Despite being one of the only players whose place in the squad was practically guaranteed, Luiz struggled to live up to the hype at the Emirates.
Emery was sacked after a winless run of seven matches in all competitions. The 48-year-old Spaniard had taken over from Arsene Wenger in May 2018 and made 12 signings during his tenure. His closest glimpse at success was the Europa League final in May 2019, where the Gunners were comprehensively beaten by Chelsea.
Luiz's apology to Emery was met with mixed reactions from fans. While some praised the centre back for his class move, others felt that he was trying to shift the blame for the team's poor performance.
Emiliano Martinez, the Arsenal goalkeeper, also spoke out on Emery's sacking, blaming the flops in the squad for the team's struggles. The incident has sparked a heated debate among fans and pundits, with some calling for the players to take responsibility for their actions.
