Vieira, Patrick

Arsenal & France

Birthdate: June 23, 1976
Birthplace: Dakar, Senegal
Height: 193 cm
Weight: 90 kg
Position: Midfielder
International: 37 caps, 5 goals
World Cups: 1 (1998)
Previous Clubs: Cannes, AC Milan
Transfer Fee: $5.74 Millions of Dollars
Born in Senegal, the tall rangy player has shone since joining Arsenal FC from Milan AC, but he has yet to secure a regular place in the national team, despite making his international debut as long ago as February 1997 against the Netherlands. Though he picks up a high number of cards, his natural aggression and competitiveness are major strengths in his game. Extremely hard-working, he effectively links defence and attack.