Patrick Vieira’s managerial struggles continue as the Arsenal legend faces uncertainty at Genoa, with reports suggesting his time in Serie A may be coming to an end.
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira finds himself on the brink of dismissal at Genoa as Vieira’s managerial struggles continue to make headlines. Patrick Vieira, once a dominant force in midfield for Arsenal, now finds himself at a crossroads in his managerial career. Reports from TuttoMercatoWeb suggest that the former Gunners captain is on the verge of being sacked by Genoa, as his tenure with the Serie A club continues to unravel.
Vieira took charge of Genoa with hopes of revitalizing his managerial career after a turbulent spell at Strasbourg. However, his time in Italy has been anything but smooth. Genoa has managed just two wins in their last 11 matches, leaving them 13th in the Serie A table. Despite a commendable 2-2 draw against title-chasing Napoli, the pressure on Vieira remains immense.
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Vieira’s managerial journey began with promise. His stint at New York City FC saw him transform the club from 17th place to a second-place finish in just two seasons. His success led to a move to Nice, where he secured seventh and fifth-place finishes before being dismissed.
His time at Crystal Palace started well, with an impressive 12th-place finish in his first season. However, a 12-game winless streak in his second season led to his dismissal. A brief spell at Strasbourg followed, but Vieira stepped down after just one year before taking the Genoa job.
Despite his struggles, Vieira remains optimistic, stating, “I am thinking about finishing the season on a positive note. There will be time to think about such things after the season is over.” However, reports indicate that Genoa is already eyeing Paulo Sousa, the former Fiorentina boss, as his replacement.
If Vieira is indeed dismissed, it will mark another setback in what was once a promising managerial career. The Arsenal legend, who captained the club during their 2003-04 ‘Invincibles’ season, now faces the challenge of rebuilding his reputation in the footballing world.
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