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Emery blamed ‘white witch’ ex for Arsenal sack and used Google Translate in language struggle

Unai Emery’s former partner Sacha Wright claims the ex-Arsenal boss blamed her for his sacking at Arsenal, with the Spaniard branding her a “white witch”.

The 48-year-old lasted less than 18 months at Emirates Stadium before being relieved of his duties in November 2019.

Early signs of promise after being appointed as successor to Arsene Wenger quickly fizzled out, with the Gunners finding themselves going backwards before a change was made.

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Emery opted to break up with Wright a couple of months before his departure and, after getting back together in December, sought to pass the buck when it came to his failings in north London.