Pele would rather play for Arsenal than Chelsea

The three-time World Cup winner with Brazil has stated is preference to play for Arsene Wenger's men than play for Jose Mourino's Premier League champions.

The Brazil legend who is widely regarded by many as the greatest footballer of all time having spent the majority of his illustrious career with Santos between 1956 and 1974, won two Copa Libertadores trophies and six Brazilian league titles among others.

The record goal scorer of Brazil also choose his favourite London team, the 74-year-old nominated Arsenal and not their London rivals as his team of choice in England.

Speaking to the Telegraph Pele said:

"Arsenal would be a good team to play for."

"I like the teams that play open football. Today it is difficult to decide which teams play that way.

"Barcelona are the closest in style to Santos and are almost the same style as Brazil in 1970.

"Between Chelsea and Arsenal? I would play for Arsenal if I had the chance."

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