Aaron Ramsey writes a moving farewell letter to supporters of Arsenal after agreeing to Juventus' prior approval

Aaron Ramsey has posted a moving farewell letter to fans of Arsenal after accepting a preliminary contract with Juventus.

Ramsey, 28, has signed with Juventus a preliminary contract worth £ 200,000 a week, AFTER TAX, which makes him one of the UK's biggest winners, but he is dominated by his teammate from Wales Gareth Bale to Real Madrid.

Bale earns £ 650,000 a week or £ 350,000 a week after tax at Bernabeu. Italian media announced last month that Ramsey had signed a medical contract with Juventus and was due to join it this summer.

"As you may have already heard, I agreed to a prior contract with the Juventus football club," Ramsey wrote in a post posted on Instagram.

"I wanted to make a personal statement for all fans of Arsenal who have been extremely loyal and supportive.

"You have welcomed me as a teenager and have been there for me through all the ups and downs I've encountered during my stay at the club.

"It's with a heavy heart that I'm leaving after an incredible 11 years in North London.

"I will continue to give 100% to the team and hope to finish the season with vigor before moving on to my next chapter in Turin."

Arsenal confirmed the transfer in a club press release.

"Everyone at Arsenal Football Club wishes Aaron Ramsey a happy and successful future.

"Aaron's has made a fantastic contribution to our club since arriving in Cardiff City in 2008. He has always been an accomplished professional and will always occupy a special place in the hearts and memories of Arsenal fans around the world.

"We hope that Aaron will help the team finish the season well before joining Juventus this summer."

Juve added: "The Juventus football club has announced that Aaron Ramey would officially be a Juventus player as of 1 July 2019.

"The Welsh will leave Arsenal this summer, having signed a four-year contract with the champions of Italy, which would tie him to the club until 2023."