Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has made a compelling case for his former club to sign 20-year-old Colombian international Jhon Duran, who currently plays for Aston Villa. Vieira emphasizes that Duran possesses the qualities that could elevate Arsenal’s attack to the next level, describing him as unselfish, intelligent, and a perfect fit for the Gunners’ playing style.

Throughout the summer transfer window, Arsenal was linked with several high-profile forwards, including Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, and Dusan Vlahovic, as they sought to bolster their attacking options. Despite these pursuits, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta ultimately decided to continue with Kai Havertz in the No. 9 position, showing faith in the player to lead their front line.

However, Vieira strongly believes that Duran would be an ideal addition to Arteta’s squad. “I loved his performance against Bayern Munich,” Vieira remarked in an interview with bettingexpert’s official website. He praised Duran’s attributes, stating, “He’s the right player for Arsenal – quick, unselfish, solid in the air, technically skilled, and intelligent in his movement.” Vieira’s endorsement highlights Duran’s potential to make a significant impact at the club, suggesting that he could be the key to unlocking further success for Arsenal.