Arsenal have a police officer at their training ground to prevent players from being targeted by thieves

ARSENAL have a police officer at their training ground to prevent players from being targeted by thieves.

Last month, a police officer approached two men who were taking pictures of players on London Colney website of Art Hertz.

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He said: “There are concerns that people are taking pictures of players’ cars and driving them home.”

In 2021 Sead Kalashynats was removed fending off a pair of knife-wielding street thugs tries to rob a teammate Mesut Ezil.

The players have since left the club.

There are fears criminals can hide among fans seeking autographs and then run off with the players’ fancy watches or supercars.

One supporter said the officer, dressed in the Arsenal shoelace, said to him and his friend, “I am here.”

He then asked for his ID.

Soon after, the stars appeared, including the central defender Rob Holding, 27, England ace Bukayo Saka, 21, brazilian defender Gabriel Magallias, 25 years old, and Belgian international Leandra Trossard, 28 years old.

A met A spokesman said: “Every London club has a dedicated football officer who acts as a link between the police, fans and the club.

“These officers are responsible for dealing with any policing and crime issues relating to the club.

“They will make regular visits to the club, including meetings at stadiums and training grounds, to discuss policing priorities in these areas.

“However, they are mainly based in a police building in central London.”

Arsenal said they would not comment on the safety of their players.