Arsene Wenger Heaps Praise On Okocha

Arsene Wenger Heaps Praise On Okocha

Nomso Obiajuru
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:49 PM

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger has hailed former Super Eagles captain, Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha.

According to the Frenchman, Super Eagles legend, Austin Okocha is 'one of the most skillful' players he has ever seen.

Okocha, who is the current chairman of the Delta State Football Association, played against Arsenal during his time with English Premiership club, Bolton and Wenger has revealed that Jay Jay Okocha was a delight to watch.

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According to Sporting Life newspaper, Arsene Wenger ran into Jay Jay Okocha at the Arsenal training ground and scream, "oh my God Jay Jay what are you doing here? are you here to sign a contract with me?

Speaking to the newspaper later, Arsene Wenger said; "Jay Jay remains one of the best and skillful players that has ever played in the English Premier League. He was a delight to watch and a dream player of any coach. I wanted him then, but the situation was not conducive at that time."

Last month, legendary Arsene Wenger, vowed to work with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to help with football advancement in the country and many sport lovers have welcomed the development.

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