Sokratis Papastathopoulos has chosen to join Arsenal rather than waiting for a potential move to Manchester United, according to the player’s father.
Charalambos Papastathopoulos has confirmed that both teams negotiated with Dortmund, with Sokratis opting for Arsenal rather than waiting to secure a switch to Old Trafford.
“There was interest from United, but for July – he had to wait until July for United. United have a very good relationship with Dortmund – the teams talked the most – but Sokratis chose to go to Arsenal,” Charalambos.
Sokratis made 30 Bundesliga appearances this season, scoring two goals, as Dortmund finished fourth to qualify for the Champions League.