Fabio Vieira has compared himself to Bernardo Silva ahead of Arsenal's clash with Sporting CP in the Europa League. The 22-year-old joined the Gunners in the summer from Porto for around £34million, signing a long-term deal at the Emirates Stadium.
Despite only starting two Premier League games this season, Vieira has helped the north London outfit mount a title charge. Arsenal are currently defending a five-point lead at the top of the table but they must face Manchester City once more before the end of the campaign.
While Vieira and Silva may be title rivals, the Gunners midfielder heaped great praise on his fellow countryman in an interview with Portuguese outlet O Jogo. He said: "He’s an extraordinary player, I know him very well. I think we are similar players, with similar qualities. Of course I admire him."
