Former Gunner Samir Nasri has come out and said that he was very close to joining Manchester United rather than Manchester City, and that it was Sir Alex Ferguson who made his mind up to join City after the Scotsman told him he must go to war with Arsenal.
When talking to American website BeIn Sports, he explained why he chose City: “We met with Sir Alex in Paris, in a hidden place, out of sight, so as not to fuel the rumours.
“But there was one thing that was a problem; I was asked to go to war with Arsenal to be able to join. I could not see myself doing it, especially with Arsene Wenger.
“After Man City showed their interest. (Roberto) Mancini called me every day during the holidays. I then decided that they really wanted me.”
