Midfielder admits wanting Arsenal move not Newcastle
Kieron Dyer admits regret over his decision to join Newcastle United in 1999, stating that Arsenal would have been his dream move if circumstances had allowed.
David O’Leary played for Arsenal Football Club. The former Irish defender joined Arsenal as a youth in 1973. He made his first team debut in 1975. O’Leary left Arsenal for Leeds United in 1993 on a free transfer. In total, he made 722 appearances for Arsenal and scored 14 goals. “Spider” wore the number 5 for Arsenal, but wore several other numbers as well during his time at the club. After retiring as a player he went on to manage Leeds United, Aston Villa, and Al-Ahli. O’Leary was born on May 2, 1958.