Ex-Man City star Samir Nasri's four-word comment about Arsene Wenger speaks volumes

Samir Nasri’s comments about his former manager Arsene Wenger speak volumes about the former Manchester City star.

In spite of his toxic relationship with former club Arsenal, the retired Frenchman once put that to one side to say it's "impossible to criticise him" while Wenger was facing increasing pressure in north London.

As City and Arsenal prepare for their upcoming Premier League showdown on Sunday at the Emirates Stadium, all eyes will be on a heated encounter that could significantly impact the title race. Pep Guardiola’s men will look to close the gap on Arsenal to just three points, while the Gunners desperately need a win to keep up with league leaders Liverpool. And it’s clear which of his two sides Nasri will be lending his support to, given his history with both clubs.

Prior to winning two league titles with the Etihad side, the midfielder was a firm favourite at Arsenal. He was signed from Marseille in 2008 and, during his three years under compatriot Wenger, developed into a standout player.

Yet after a career-best 2010/2011 season, where he was expected to become the team's new talisman following Cesc Fabregas' departure, Nasri made the unexpected call to swap red and white for City blue in the summer of 2011. It made the winger the fourth Gunner star to quit the club in favour of City in a short space of time, following the precedent set by Emmanuel Adebayor, Kolo Toure and Gael Clichy.

Nasri faced boos from the fans who once adored him during his last match against Liverpool. And his relationship with Arsenal's supporters reached a breaking point when he appeared to imply that his move was motivated by money.

"I don't have any regrets," Nasri admitted after his switch to Manchester City. “Yes,