Departing striker Eduardo has thanked the Arsenal medical staff who nursed him back to full-fitness following a career-threatening injury.
Eduardo joined Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday in a £6million deal after three years with the Gunners.
During his time at the Emirates Stadium, the Croatia international spent 12 months on the sidelines after suffering a horrific broken leg and dislocated ankle injury during a Premier League game against Birmingham City in February 2008.
"The past few days have been very emotional for me," he told the club's official website.
"Although I am excited about the challenge ahead with my new club Shakhtar Donetsk, I am so sad to be leaving my home for the past three years.
"Arsenal is a very special football club and I will miss so many people – my team-mates, all the staff and, of course, the wonderful Arsenal supporters.
"When I first came to England, I could not speak the language and knew nobody, but as soon as I arrived I was made to feel at home and part of this big family.
"I had some very difficult times with my injury, but Arsenal was always there for me – the medical staff, the management, the players and the supporters. Thank you everybody.
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"Although I have now left the club, Arsenal will always be in my heart.
"I will always look for the Arsenal results and of course, I wish Arsene Wenger and the great players at the club well for next season and the future."Subscribe to Football FanCast News Headlines by Email