Noni Madueke thanks Chelsea fans for CRITICISM as he completes £52m controversial transfer to Arsenal – and risks becoming a hate figure at Stamford Bridge

Noni Madueke has thanked Chelsea fans for their criticism of him ahead of his £52million move to Arsenal.

The winger praised Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca, stating that it was a privilege to play under him.

Madueke also expressed his gratitude for the Chelsea supporters that backed him as well as the team-mates he played alongside. 

Madueke wrote on Instagram: ‘Dear Chelsea Football Club,

I want to thank you for the Last 3 or so years. To every staff member that helped me along this journey, thank you. To my teammates thank you for everything, I leave with only love and admiration for you guys. We achieved so much this season and I honestly wish you guys nothing but the best.

‘To Enzo Maresca, it was a privilege to play under you, thank you for trying to better me as a player and as a person. Lastly thank you to every single Chelsea fan. Thank you for the love, the praise and also the criticism, I appreciate it all. I leave here with nothing but fond memories.

‘Love NM11.’