In fact, you can say exactly the reverse," the Arsenal manager said.

"Calm, experience and, first of all, top quality," said the Arsenal manager.

Graham left to begin a successful nine-year spell as Arsenal manager.

Arsenal manager believes former captain can still be a threat and will boost morale in dressing room.

Arsenal manager appeared more like a forlorn father than an angry manager in his press conference today.

The Arsenal manager, however, feels the current financial climate is "a bit special".

"You can have disagreements and still respect," said the Arsenal manager.

As Arsenal manager and given the importance of this player to the team, I would have accepted that.

The Arsenal manager told the club website that it was "logical" to put the 34-year-old forward in contention for the last-16 tie.

The Arsenal manager, however, insisted people should be able to accept his viewpoint.