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Player transfers are a common occurrence in the world of football, driven by various reasons such as sporting ambitions, career development prospects, and more. However, transferring for the sake of a woman is somewhat rare. Emmanuel Petit, the former French national team and Arsenal legend who won the 1998 FIFA World Cup, recently revealed on the "Stadium Astro" program that he left Arsenal because of a woman. Did he regret this decision?
Petit, a French national team and Arsenal icon, disclosed that his reason for leaving Arsenal for Barcelona was his wife at the time, a French actress named Agathe de la Fontaine. She disliked the weather in London, which was often gloomy and rainy, and thus, to cater to his wife's emotional well-being, he chose to join Barcelona, where the weather was sunnier and brighter.
However, this marriage didn't end well despite Petit's sacrifice. Two years after joining Barcelona, he and his wife divorced. Additionally, Petit couldn't replicate his peak form at Barcelona due to performance issues and eventually hastily transferred back to Chelsea. Reflecting on his decision to leave Arsenal, Petit expressed regret, stating, "You know, sometimes the grass isn't greener elsewhere. When you have love, happiness, and success, it's best to stay put. Why would you leave? It's a big regret, absolutely. If I could turn back time, I might make a different decision."
Petit admitted that he left for a woman, although Barcelona was undoubtedly a prestigious club. Nevertheless, if given the chance, he suggested that he might not have left Arsenal. It's all a twist of fate, but fortunately, Petit's career was fulfilling, adorned with numerous honors. However, staying at Arsenal might have prolonged his personal glory. |
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