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Tom Victor

Fabio Vieira clear on his "real position" amid Mikel Arteta plan to try different roles

Arsenal new boy Fabio Vieira has admitted he prefers playing as a number 10, even though he has occupied a number of different roles in the past.

The former Porto star was one of the Gunners' first summer arrivals, joining in a deal worth a reported £30m plus add-ons. He has yet to make his debut for the London club due to an injury picked up on Portugal under-21 duty, but has travelled with the squad on their US tour and could feature in the States.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was drawn to the 22-year-old's versatility, according to the player himself. However, despite his range of abilities, Vieira has made it clear where he would rather operate.

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