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I believe one of the best things about managing people is that we can influence lives in a positive way. That's basically what a manager is about. When I can do that, I am very happy.

Arsene Wenger

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Arsene Wenger
Age: 75
Born: 1949
Born: October 22
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Straßburg
Arsène Charles Ernest Wenger
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