Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger described himself as "comfortable" with the decision to sell Alexander Hleb to Barcelona.

The Belarus midfielder joined Mathieu Flamini in leaving the Emirates Stadium since the end of last season and although Wenger had initially been keen to retain his services, he was content with the terms of a deal worth an initial £11.8million, rising to a possible £13.5million.

Barca formally unveiled the 27-year-old on Wednesday and while his former club responded by thanking him for his efforts during his time in England, Wenger insisted he had no regrets over the transfer.

"We must firstly thank Alex for his contribution towards Arsenal during his time with us," he said. "He played a significant role in the three seasons he was with the club.

"We are comfortable with our decision to let him go and we are all looking forward to continuing our preparations for the new season ahead. Everyone at Arsenal wishes Alex the best of luck for the future."