Arsenal's biggest shareholder Stan Kroenke thanked Arsene Wenger for 22 years.

The American businessman said he wanted to get involved with Arsenal because Wenger was in it.
"It's been the hardest time for us during our years in sports, one of the main reasons we got involved with Arsenal because Arsene brought the club perfectly on and off the pitch, long service and consistent for several periods at the highest level in this sport can not be compared by anyone, "said Kroenke told Arsenal's official website,

Wenger decided to resign at the end of this season. Reportedly, this decision because Arsenal's performance has declined in the last two seasons, including this season. Currently the Gunners are ranked sixth in the standings and nine points adrift of Chelsea who are in fifth position.
"Wenger has an unrivaled class and we will always be grateful to him.Anyone who loves Arsenal and all those who love football owe it to him.On three Premier League titles, including an unbeaten season, seven FA Cups and 20 seasons success in the Champions League is a remarkable record, "said Kroenke.

Kroenke said Wenger also transformed Arsenal's identity. According to him, Wenger also changed the vision of how English football is played.
Kroenke continued, he has ambitions to build Arsenal in order to appreciate the vision that has been set Wenger earlier. "By ensuring Arsenal can compete and win the most important prize and the biggest in this sport," he explained.

Kroenke joined Arsenal in 2007 after buying a stake from Granada Ventures. Gradually he continues to buy shares owned by other shareholders. In 2011, Kroenke owns 63.89 percent stake in Arsenal.