Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger paid tribute to the deceased Johan Cruyff. The French specialist determine legend as "James Dean of football."
Johan Cruyff, died last week after losing his battle with cancer.
Arsene Wenger is a fan of the Dutch legend said that what is bequeathed Cruyff will always be remembered.
"It was one of my idols when I was a kid because he was not much older than me, but he did on the field things that I could not," said Wenger.
"He was like James Dean in football - smoking and playing. I saw him before a match against Bulgaria in Strasbourg, he ate a sandwich before the game, then went on the field and was the best, "commented Arsenal manager.
"Your behavior demonstrated freedom. He was an exceptional person and influenced me and my whole generation, "added Wenger.
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