I wanted to rip up Man United contract and go back to Arsenal after one training session

Alexis Sanchez regretted his move to Manchester United after just one training session and was already considering a return to Arsenal. The Gunners are set to host United at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, aiming to eliminate the FA Cup holders from the competition immediately.

Sanchez is among a select group of players who have represented both clubs, though his experiences at each were markedly different. The dynamic Chilean forward arrived in England in 2014, transferring to Arsenal from Barcelona, where he quickly hit his stride.

His debut season saw him contribute to a successful FA Cup campaign and score an impressive 25 goals across all competitions, earning him Arsenal's Player of the Year award. Despite a less remarkable second season, Sanchez bounced back with a stunning 24-goal tally the following year, rapidly becoming Arsene Wenger's star player.

As 2018 dawned, speculation about his future intensified as both Manchester City and United vied for his signature. Although City eventually withdrew from the race, Sanchez made the high-profile switch to Old Trafford, trading places with Henrikh Mkhitaryan who moved in the opposite direction.

There was widespread hope that the player would flourish under Jose Mourinho, but Sanchez was immediately disappointed and regretted his hasty decision after just one training session, reports Football London.

Reflecting on his move to Manchester United in 2020, Alexis Sanchez admitted: "I accepted the opportunity to go to United, it felt tempting, and it was something good for me. I liked this club a lot when I was a kid. Eventually, I signed, but I didn't ask for information on what was happening inside the club.

"Sometimes there are things that you don't realise until you