CF
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
• 36 years 
AC Milan Apps
0
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0 / 0
Arsenal FC Apps
163
Gls / Ast
92 / 21
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8 Players
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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, despite never making a senior appearance for AC Milan after coming through their youth system, went on to become one of Arsenal's most prolific strikers in recent history. He won the Premier League Golden Boot in his first full season (2018-19) with the London club, a testament to his formidable evolution from the Milanese academy to North London stardom.
Players who played for AC Milan and Arsenal FC
8 players found in our database
• 36 years AC Milan Arsenal FC 
DM
Ismael Bennacer
• 28 years AC Milan Apps
178
Gls / Ast
8 / 12
Arsenal FC Apps
1
Gls / Ast
0 / 0
DM
Patrick Vieira
• 49 years AC Milan Apps
5
Gls / Ast
0 / 0
Arsenal FC Apps
405
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32 / 48
CB
Sokratis Papastathopoulos
• 37 years AC Milan Apps
7
Gls / Ast
0 / 0
Arsenal FC Apps
69
Gls / Ast
6 / 2
CF
Olivier Giroud
• 39 years AC Milan Apps
132
Gls / Ast
49 / 20
Arsenal FC Apps
253
Gls / Ast
105 / 37
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Mathieu Flamini
• 42 years AC Milan Apps
122
Gls / Ast
8 / 6
Arsenal FC Apps
246
Gls / Ast
13 / 11
CB
Philippe Senderos
• 41 years AC Milan Apps
20
Gls / Ast
0 / 1
Arsenal FC Apps
117
Gls / Ast
4 / 0
GK
Jens Lehmann
• 56 years AC Milan Apps
6
CS
2
Arsenal FC Apps
200
CS
80
AC Milan & Arsenal FC
The storied football clubs AC Milan and Arsenal FC, despite hailing from different European powerhouses, share a thread of compelling history marked by intriguing player movements and memorable continental clashes. While their competitive encounters have been relatively sparse compared to domestic rivalries, their Champions League duels, particularly the 2007-08 Last 16 tie where Arsenal's young guns triumphed at San Siro, remain etched in memory. Both clubs embody distinct footballing philosophies: Milan, steeped in tactical discipline and European glory, and Arsenal, renowned for their attractive, fluid passing game championed during Arsène Wenger's era. This juxtaposition of Italian tactical nous and English attacking flair has always promised captivating contests, reflecting their respective league's strengths. The transfer market has often seen players bridge this geographical and stylistic divide, adding layers to their unique, albeit intermittent, relationship.
Shared Players
A surprising number of talents have graced the pitches of both the Emirates Stadium and San Siro, creating a unique cross-pollination of cultures. Patrick Vieira, a formidable presence and iconic captain for Arsenal, had a brief, less impactful spell at AC Milan early in his career. Olivier Giroud, after a significant goal-scoring tenure with Arsenal, later found renewed success and a Serie A title with Milan, proving his enduring quality. Mathieu Flamini also experienced two stints with Arsenal, interspersed with a spell at Milan, showcasing his dedication. Defenders like Sokratis Papastathopoulos and Philippe Senderos moved between the clubs, each contributing defensively. Even Jens Lehmann, the legendary Invincible goalkeeper for Arsenal, had a brief, albeit non-playing, period on Milan's books. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who rose to prominence after developing in Milan's youth system, became a prolific striker and captain for Arsenal, highlighting another intriguing connection between the two clubs.
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