Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo says he hopes Arsenal win the Premier League title this season.
Caicedo was left frustrated after being blocked from joining the Gunners in January.
He recalled to the Telegraph: I was really close to going.
"I suffered a lot. I'm sure I'm going to have many more opportunities. That's why I continue to do things well. [But] it was tough.
"At the beginning when I didn't end up going, lots of people would make fun of me on Instagram. People treated me badly.
"I didn't check my social media because it would hurt me to see things. I'd seen a lot of Arsenal before knowing that there was a possibility of me signing for them. I watched them and I liked them because they have very young, talented players and some stars but they always have that mindset of wanting more."
On returning to Brighton, he continued: When I came back, they welcomed me once again.
"That was lovely for me because it was like being at home again. They all supported me. So, I resumed training, full of hunger to be back in the side and help them. This team opened their door to me and offered me a new contract, so I signed it.
"He [De Zerbi] approached me, we spoke and he told me to be calm. That it wouldn't be the last club that would come in for me.
I'd have more opportunities and he told me to keep on doing what I was doing and that I'll see in the future I wouldn't be sorry about staying."
Asked if he wants to see Arsenal win the title, Caicedo confirmed: Of course! I hope so but let's see."