Vivianne Miedema accepted her appearance from Arsenal at the end of last season was 'difficult' and that her time with the North London club did not end in the way she would hope.
Dutch international is one of the most scary attackers in WSL As she runs the way as the goal of the record goals of all time of the division. She also holds a joint record along with Aston Villa's Rachel Daly for more goals scored in a single season with 22.
Miedema spent several years in Arsenal Between 2017 and 2024 after joining the club from the Frauen-Bundesliga Bayern Munich team. However, her time at the club came to an unexpected end at the end of the 2024/25 campaign while the club chose against renewing its contract.
Former manager Jonas Eidevall was one of the main driving forces after the decision, which was extremely unprofitable among many supporters. In a recent interview with the Swedish exit AFTONBLADET, Since taking responsibility for San Diego Wave in NWSL, Eidevall admitted that the decision was purely economical after they were given the opportunity to sign Mariona Caldentey in a free transfer from Barcelona, but could not afford the two players' contracts.
Miedema continued to join WSL rivals Manchester Citywhere she has scored three goals in six appearances in all competitions so far this term. The striker fought injuries during the first half of the campaign but returned to action over the weekend with a goal in their fourth round CUP Win over Ipswich Town.
Although Miedema is set in City, the 28-year-old has been extremely sincere and transparent for her premature appearance from Arsenal and how it happened.
“Leaving Arsenal was difficult,” the Dutch international said 90 minutes for Adidas. “I would be there for a very long time and didn't end in the way I think it should have been over.
“For me, football and life is about respect and it's really beautiful when this is mutual and if it's not then it's hard. But, as I said, I'm just grateful and happy to be in City now.
“I really enjoyed my time so far and have been here for almost six months now. I wish I could have played a little more football, but I can't wait to go back after winter break.
“It has been exciting and felt like a new step in my career. It has been really nice to be around different people and adapt to a different style of play. “
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Miedema still has many years before her at the high level of play while she turns 29 in July. Set is decided to be a big year in Forward's career while she fights with City in both WSL and that Champions LeagueBut she will also hope to help the Netherlands in Silverware in Euro in Switzerland this summer.
This, saying, Miedema is already considering the next step in her career when she eventually hangs the boots and her training is one of the work opportunities under consideration.
“It depends on the day and when you ask me (if I want to go to exercise).” Miedema continued. “But I'm doing UEFA -In a sign now.
“I undoubtedly really enjoy football and I like the tactical side of things. I can definitely see at a moment after my career seeing myself doing something wise.
“But I will not promise now I will be the other national team coach or other city coach. I am not there yet.”