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Wenger blames hostile environment for top-four failure

- Arsenal v Everton - Premier League - Emirates Stadium - 21/5/17 Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger Action Images via Reuter

Arsene Wenger refused to end speculation over his Arsenal future as his side finished outside the Premier League's top four for the first time in 21 years on Sunday but admitted the uncertainty had affected his players.

Wenger's side beat Everton 3-1 but victories for Liverpool and Manchester City on the final day of the Premier League campaign meant they finished fifth with 75 points and will have no Champions League football next season.

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