Wenger plays down Nasri return

Gunners boss wants fans to channel support into team

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Samir Nasri: Making his first return to Arsenal as a Manchester City player
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger does not want Tuesday's Carling Cup clash with Manchester City to be about Samir Nasri's return.
The France international was a firm fans' favourite during his time at the Emirates Stadium prior to joining Roberto Mancini's side before the transfer window closed.
Tuesday's cup clash will be the first time Nasri has returned to Arsenal since his transfer to City and Wenger believes he deserves the fans' respect.
Wenger does not want any negativity towards the 24-year-old playmaker taking away potential support from the home faithful towards backing their own team.