Source: Daily_Mail
Arsenal legend Robert Pires told to look for new club as Villarreal shun contract extension
Flying Frenchman: Robert Pires left Arsenal four years ago to join Villarreal[LNB]French midfielder Robert Pires will be looking for a new club for next season, after Villarreal told him on Friday they would not be extending his contract beyond the end of the campaign.[LNB]'I spoke with the club yesterday and they told me they weren't going to keep me on because they were changing their philosophy for next year,' the 36-year-old said.[LNB]'I accept the decision because I knew my adventure at Villarreal would have to end one day.'[LNB]Pires joined from Arsenal four years ago after winning two league titles in his six-year spell in England.[LNB]He was instrumental in the Gunners 2002 title triumph, winning Football Writers Player of the Year on the way, despite missing the end of the season with a serious knee injury. [LNB]His final game for the club was the 2006 Champions League final.[LNB] Spurs deserve Champions League spot, admits gracious Gunner WengerArshavin and Van Persie in line to face Fulham as Arsenal look to secure thirdEUROZONE: Hat-trick for Ronaldo, and silverware for Inter MilanARSENAL FC
