Arsenal star Henrikh Mkhitaryan reveals Arsene Wenger is a ‘calmer’ influence than Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho
New Gunners forward also believes he did make an impact at Old Trafford, despite widely being considered a big-name flop
NEW Arsenal star Henrikh Mkhitaryan reveals Arsene Wenger is a "calmer" influence than Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho.
The Armenian forward, 29, described his new manager as "friendlier" than Mourinho as he looks to rediscover his top form in London.
The move appears to have worked wonders too, after he notched a hat-trick of assists in Arsenal's 5-1 drubbing of Everton last week.
On the difference between his bosses, past and present, Mkhitaryan told SFR Sport: "Mourinho required a lot from the players.
"A lot, he was very hard. Arsene Wenger is friendlier, he understands, can think about players' situations, is calmer.
"That's the difference."
Armenian star Mkhitaryan went on to say he does believe he had an impact at Old Trafford.
The new Arsenal star claimed: "I think I left an impression in Manchester, although I had difficulties.
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"We won three trophies in a year and a half, it's not every club that does that.
"We won the Europa League final, I scored a goal.
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"If people say that I have not had enough success it is their opinion, but I can say that I had a lot of success at the club."
Mkhitaryan left Man United for Arsenal in January when he was part of the swap deal bringing Alexis Sanchez to Manchester.
Since moving north, the Chilean former Gunners forward has gone on to score once in two games - during the 2-0 win over Huddersfield last weekend.