Fulham goalkeeper Leno: I was told 'you have to leave Arsenal'

Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno admits his departure from Arsenal was bitter.

The Germany international is in his second season with the Cottagers.

Leno told The Times: "When I realised it wasn't a question of performance, I immediately thought I had to leave. I don't know if they didn't want two strong goalkeepers. I had one year left on my contract and it was the last chance I could be sold."

Leno then discussed the battle between Aaron Ramsdale and David Raya at Arsenal.

It happened again after the international break. I was thinking, 'This is pretty much the same thing that happened to me!' I was thinking about Aaron, he's a really good guy. I know how it feels, there are some similarities. When I wanted to fight for my position, the goalkeeping coach told me: 'You have to leave the club'."