PATRICK VIEIRA has admitted he “can never ignore” the call of Arsenal as former teammate Edu looks to secure the Nice boss’ services.
The Gunners’ technical director is reportedly making the case for Vieira as the club look to replace Unai Emery.
Vieira is in his second season as manager of Ligue 1 NiceCredit: Getty – Contributor
Carlo Ancelotti, Mauricio Pochettino and Mikel Arteta are also said to be in the running for the role that the Frenchman would consider.
Vieira told Canal Plus: “You can never ignore a club where you’ve spent nine years.”
However the ex-midfielder is content with life on the French Riviera and indicated that he wouldn’t request to leave easily.
He added: “Honestly, I’m focused on this project at Nice, I feel very good here.
“It’s a very exciting project. I’ve always said that I’m very happy in Nice.
“We’re all working to move the club forward and there is potential.”
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With two wins in their last three, Vieira’s Nice sit 12th in Ligue 1 during his second campaign in charge.
Another member of Arsenal’s ‘Invincibles’ team of 2003/04 will lead the side at West Ham on Monday.
Freddie Ljungberg is due for his third attempt at getting his first win as interim boss in the 8pm kick-off.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
