Arsenal are the ‘hottest’ candidate to sign Lesley Ugochukwu who is viewed as the new Patrick Vieira, but Tottenham could yet torpedo their plans, per a report.Vieira is the definition of a modern-day great in the Premier League era. The combative Frenchman anchored Arsenal’s midfield during their most successful period since the 1930s.
Vieira was a major factor in Arsenal breaking up Manchester United’s dominance in the late 90s and early 2000s.
Given his influence on the Gunners and English football in general, any player compared to the now Crystal Palace boss must be paid great attention.
Now, French outlet L’Equipe report Rennes sensation Lesley Ugochukwu is viewed by Arsenal as a ‘future Patrick Vieira’.
Ugochukwu – who only turned 18 today – already stands at 6ft 2in tall and has broken into Rennes’ first-team this season.
He has 13 Ligue 1 appeara …
- March 27, 2022
