Arsenal striker Bendtner disappointed with failed Palace move

Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner has expressed his disappointment after seeing his deadline day move to Premier League new boys Crystal Palace fall through following the Gunners' inability to sign another striker.

The Denmark international has been told that his time is up at the Emirates but has not been allowed to leave the club after Arsene Wenger failed to land an extra striker this summer.


The striker had travelled to Palace training grounds to complete the medical ahead of the switch but the north Londoners pulled out at the last moment.


the Dane said: "It's no secret that Arsenal and myself had agreed that I could leave the club during the 2013 summer transfer window subject to an agreement between all parties.


"An agreement had been reached with more than one club this week but as Arsenal were unable to secure the services of another striker, they reserved their right to not sanction any deal to be concluded.


"Naturally, I was very disappointed as I was looking forward to a new challenge, with a new club and a fresh start in English football."


However, the striker reveals that he is still fond of the club he is in and will be giving his best as long as he is with them.


"I still feel very strongly about Arsenal Football Club and, following positive talks with the manager, I am looking forward to working hard to regain full fitness and doing my very best to help to the team and the manager fulfil our objectives and ambitions this season."