Samir Nasri has revealed that he joined Arsenal to link up with legendary boss Arsene Wenger. Nasri revealed that he had an offer from French rivals Lyon to leave Marseille.

"(Wenger) personifies stability and continuity," Nasri told France Football magazine on Tuesday.

"We know that with him we're going to be working for the long term. I think he's been at Arsenal for 13 years - that says it all.

"To perfect my game I was looking for those kinds of guarantees. I didn't want to leave for a club, however legendary, where everything could change the next day.

"Working under a coach like Arsene Wenger is an honour. I know he'll help me to progress.

"Lyon made an approach. I spoke with president (Jean-Michel) Aulas by telephone. But it didn't go much further than that.

"At that point my choice had practically been made. I'd given my word to Arsenal and I couldn't see myself at any French club other than OM."