Arsenal have revealed they will unveil a statue of Dutch legend Dennis Bergkamp outside the Emirates Stadium.
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The former Ajax and Inter Milan striker, who netted 120 goals en route to winning three Premier League titles with the Gunners, will join Thierry Henry, Tony Adams and Herbert Chapman who are all already cast in bronze at their north London stadium.
Upon hearing the news, Bergkamp admitted he felt honoured to be remembered in such a way.
He said: "First of all, I am honoured that this is going to happen. It makes me very proud. Everyone knows that I love Arsenal and that I had a fantastic time at the club.
"For me and my family it was an important period in our lives. Next to that the people were great, the team was amazing and we had a lot of success over the years.
"I will do everything I can to be there when it will be unveiled. It will definitely be a special moment for me which I don't want to miss."
Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis added: "It will be a fitting tribute to Dennis' huge contribution to the club that a statue will be on display outside Emirates Stadium in the near future.
"Dennis' quality and style of play will never be forgotten. He is a true legend of Arsenal and it's great to think that so many Arsenal supporters and visitors will be able to enjoy this tribute to such a great player for years to come."
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