Per Guardiola begged to join #Arsenal, but I refused: Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has revealed Bayern Munich boss Josep Guardiola wanted to sign for the Gunners during his playing days. The 44-year-old was one of Europe's outstanding defensive midfielders during his time with Barcelona, before leaving the club for Brescia in 2001. But Wenger says Guardiola was keen on a move to Arsenal, only for the Frenchman to decide against pursuing a deal.