Despite the Portuguese star scoring in the Gunners’ 3-0 victory over Bodo/Glimt on Thursday, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has demanded more from midfielder Fabio Vieira.
The north Londoners kept up their winning start to their Europa League campaign, but Arteta believed a few of his players could have done more to prove their eligibility for regular Premier League minutes.
After first-half goals from Eddie Nketiah and Rob Holding, Vieira completed the scoring in the second half.
The 22-year-old tapped home after a weaving run from Gabriel Jesus.
What Did Arteta Say About Vieira?
Vieira joined from Porto in a £40m transfer, and in his first three starts for his new team, has already scored twice and assisted once.
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Vieira, however, has been challenged by Arteta to comprehend organizational play and pressing when his team does not have the ball.
“You saw the quality every time he’s around the box. He’s a real threat, real intelligent player, really brave,” Arteta said when asked about Vieira.
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Football.London reports that at one stage during the game, Arteta could be heard frequently shouting at the summer signing to get into the correct position.
The Spaniard added: “In defending he still needs to do more. [He needs to understand] more because organisation is key when you play against good teams in ball possession.”
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