Omari Hutchinson sends farewell message to Arsenal fans following Chelsea switch

By Conor Laird


Published: July 16, 2022 9:44 pm

Last Updated: July 16, 2022 9:52 pm

Former Arsenal starlet Omari Hutchinson has taken to social media on Saturday evening, to bid farewell to all associated with the club.

The name of youngster Hutchinson has, of course, taken its place front and centre in the headlines in north London over the course of the last 48 hours.

This comes after word was forthcoming that the attacking midfielder, long regarded as one of the standout up-and-coming talents on Arsenal’s books, had come to the decision to move on.

Not only that, but Hutchinson opted to take his talents across the English capital, to link up with Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea.

Jim Fraser on Omari Hutchinson: ‘We are delighted that Omari has agreed to sign for Chelsea. He is a brilliant addition who joins us as an exciting emerging talent hoping to make a quick impression in the senior game.’ [chelseafc] #cfc https://t.co/1WRjtmBjP6

— CFCDaily (@CFCDaily) July 16, 2022

Such a call, inevitably, gave rise to a furious reaction on the part of the Arsenal faithful, who were quick to make their frustrations with a player whose development came courtesy of the club’s time and resources clear.

Hutchinson himself, though, appears to be wholly gracious to all who aided him during his stint in north London.

Taking to his official Instagram account this evening, the 18-year-old unveiled a heartfelt message, addressed directly to the Gunners’ fanbase.

As well as thanking the club’s supporters, meanwhile, Hutchinson is sure to also pay tribute to all of his now former coaches, teammates and wider staff at the Emirates, with the post, in full, showcased below:

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