Arsenal Terminate Nicolas Pepe’s Contract with Immediate Effect
Arsenal have officially announced that they have terminated Nicolas Pepe’s contract with immediate effect. The Ivory Coast international, who can operate as a right winger or forward, will now depart on a free transfer to join Turkish side Trabzonspor.
Pepe’s Struggles at Arsenal
Pepe flopped at Arsenal after moving to north London in 2019 in a huge £72m deal from Lille and the Gunners were desperate to sell him this summer. Despite his struggles, the 28-year-old still managed to win the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2020, assisting the winning goal in the 2-1 victory over Chelsea.
During his time at the club, the forward made 111 appearances for Arsenal in all competitions. He spent last season on loan at Ligue 1 side Nice, where he made 28 appearances, scoring eight goals during the campaign.
Statement from Arsenal
Arsenal released a statement confirming the news of Pepe’s departure which read: ‘We have agreed with Nicolas to terminate his contract with immediate effect. Ivory Coast international Nicolas, who joined us from French side Lille in summer 2019, won the FA Cup with us in 2020, assisting our winning goal in the 2-1 victory over Chelsea.
‘During his time at the club, the forward has made 111 appearances for us in all competitions. The 28-year-old, who had one year left on his contract, spent last season on loan at Ligue 1 side Nice, where he made 28 appearances, scoring eight goals during the campaign.
‘Everyone at Arsenal thanks Nicolas for his contribution during his time with us and wish him well for the future.’
Pepe’s Career Prior to Arsenal
Pepe will look to get his career back on track in Turkey after impressing in France prior to joining Arsenal. He was named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year and was crowned Lille’s Player of the Season in the 2018-19 campaign.
Conclusion
Nicolas Pepe’s time at Arsenal has come to an end after two years of mixed success. Despite his struggles, he still managed to win an FA Cup with the club and will now look to revive his career in Turkey. Everyone at Arsenal wishes him the best of luck for the future.