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Striker sad to leave
Arsenal, 13:22, July 22, 2010 ,
Eduardo has revealed his sadness at leaving Arsenal and thanked the club for helping him overcome a career threatening injury.
Croatia striker spent three years with the Gunners before agreeing a £6m move to Shakhtar Donetsk earlier this week and he admits he is leaving the Emirates Stadium with a heavy heart.
A large chunk of his career with Arsenal was spent recovering from a horrendous broken leg and dislocated ankle suffered at Birmingham in February 2008.
Eduardo told the Gunners' official website: "The past few days have been very emotional for me.
"Although I am excited about the challenge ahead with my new club Shakhtar Donetsk, I am so sad to be leaving my home for the past three years - Arsenal Football Club.
"Arsenal is a very special football club and I will miss so many people - my team-mates, all the staff and, of course, the wonderful Arsenal supporters.
"When I first came to England, I could not speak the language and knew nobody, but as soon as I arrived I was made to feel at home and part of this big family.
"I had some very difficult times with my injury, but Arsenal was always there for me - the medical staff, the management, the players and the supporters. Thank you everybody.
"Although I have now left the club, Arsenal will always be in my heart. I will always look for the Arsenal results and of course, I wish Arsene Wenger and the great players at the club well for next season and the future."
The tackle by Blues defender Martin Taylor saw the Croatian miss almost a year of football and many experts believe the psychological scars had a negative impact on the striker's game following his return to action.