New Manchester City signing Patrick Vieira plays down age concerns

08 January 2010 16:15
Vieira signed a six-month contract at Eastlands after leaving Inter Milan to keep alive his hopes of booking a place in France's World Cup squad.[LNB]The former Arsenal captain is confident he has what it takes to stamp his authority on the fast-paced nature of the English game and believes Manchester City are still in the race for the Premier League title. [LNB] Related ArticlesPatrick Vieira completes Man City moveMan City and Arsenal help the agedVieira was interested in Spurs moveMan City v Blackburn: previewVieira can lift City to new levelVieira key to City aspirationsThe 33 year-old, whose deal at Inter was due to expire in the summer, said: "I'm really delighted, really happy, really proud to be back. City are a really ambitious club.[LNB]"I know I am not 20, but I am not 40-45. Overall I am really motivated.[LNB]"I know I can give something to this club and hopefully we will be successful this year. [LNB]"When you look at the players the club has got you can achieve a lot. I strongly believe we are not out of the race to win the title. I am sure we can do it." [LNB]Vieira admitted the move was motivated in part by his desire to secure first-team football to work his way into the France squad ahead of the World Cup finals. [LNB]"I hope that the club as well will give me the opportunity to get back to the French national team," he added. [LNB]

Source: Telegraph