Alexis Sanchez has made a huge mistake snubbing Liverpool for Arsenal

After what seemed like weeks of speculation Arsenal finally won the tug-of-war battle with Liverpool over Barcelona striker Alexis Sanchez.

The Chilean striker completed his £30 million switch to London after turning down a move to join Brendan Rodgers’ Reds revolution.

Liverpool Legend turned Sky Sports pundit Phil Thompson recently stated that the 25-year-old’s move to Anfield was a done deal.

But after confirmation that the player has moved to Arsenal, Thompson told Sky Sports News: ‘Sanchez doesn’t know what he’s missing by not joining Liverpool. The passion, power and worldwide recognition of Liverpool is strong.’

I have to agree with Thompson’s comments, although I believe it’s a great signing for Arsenal and a big disappointment for Liverpool, especially after losing Luis Suarez to Barcelona.

But although Arsenal are a big club they can’t equal Liverpool who have a massive global fan base and a remarkable history and tradition.

Sanchez will never be appreciated the way Anfield’s heroes have been over the years – and the departed Suarez will realise this too.

After a few years in the doldrums Liverpool seem to be back where they belong in the Champions League and challenging for the title and Sanchez has turned down the chance to be part of this exciting new era under Rodgers.

I think Sanchez has been tempted by the attraction of living in London instead of moving for footballing reasons to Liverpool.