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‘I needed a new challenge’ – Former Arsenal goalkeeper explains reasons for leaving Emirates

Lukasz Fabianski spent seven years with the Gunners, but took in only 78 appearances and has since gone on to flourish at Swansea and West Ham

Lukasz Fabianski admits that he “needed to leave Arsenal” in order to become the goalkeeper he always believed he could be.

The Poland international linked up with the Gunners in 2007 and went on to spend seven years in north London.

His final outing for the club saw him lift the FA Cup in 2014, but that was just his 78th appearance.

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A lack of regular game time saw him struggle for consistency when called upon, with the decision ultimately taken to try his luck away from Emirates Stadium.