Arsenal have parted ways with Ivorian attacker, Nicolas Pepe following the termination of his contract with the club.
The 28 year old joined the Gunners from Lille in a club-record deal of £72m back in 2019, but the transfer did not work out and he leaves for free after 27 goals in 111 appearances for the north London club in all competitions.
“We have agreed with Nicolas to terminate his contract with immediate effect,” Arsenal said on their website on Saturday.
Pepe, who had one year left on his contract, spent last season on loan at Ligue 1 side Nice. He won the FA Cup with the north London club in 2020, assisting the winning goal as Mikel Arteta’s side beat Chelsea 2-1.
“Everyone at Arsenal thanks Nicolas for his contribution during his time with us and wish him well for the future,” the Gunners added.
Pepe has agreed a short-term contract with Turkish outfit Trabzonspor.
