Bellerín Reveals Emotional Arsenal Exit

Spanish defender Bellerín, who recently departed Arsenal after years of service, revealed how leaving the club was "scary" and "hurts" emotionally. The 28-year-old full-back expressed his elation at seeing his old club finally end their long title drought. truewildgame.com

Bellerín recalled a pivotal moment when he was 18 or 19, when Arteta invited him to meet with a financial adviser. This early guidance taught Bellerín about financial responsibility and established a mentorship that defined their relationship. "Mikel was the first player who showed me that I was important to him," Bellerín shared, emphasizing how Arteta's care shaped his approach to mentoring young players himself.