Rift talk riles Ljungberg
04 Jun 2008 - 15:16:59
Sweden international Freddie Ljungberg has distanced himself from reports suggesting he fell out with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger during his time with the Gunners.
The West Ham United player was quoted on Wednesday as saying he was unhappy with certain aspects of his time at Arsenal and moved to Upton Park last summer to prove Wenger wrong.
But a statement read: "Freddie Ljungberg wishes to make it clear that he absolutely refutes suggestions made by Russian Daily Sport paper Den Za Dnem that he enjoyed anything but an excellent relationship with Arsene Wenger during his time at Arsenal.
"His move to West Ham was inspired by the vision for the club and the strong interest from Alan Curbishley.
"The suggestion that Freddie left Arsenal in order to stay in the Premiership and play against them is not only utter rubbish but is a complete falsehood."
Ljungberg added: "I get on very well with everyone from Arsenal and enjoyed my visit to the Emirates Stadium recently when Sweden played Brazil and I saw a lot of old friends.
"I haven't done an interview with this Russian newspaper and none of the quotes have any substance. I certainly didn't make those comments."