Gilberto urged Melo to join Arsenal
June 29, 2009
London, England (Sports Network) – Brazil midfielder Felipe Melo has been urged to join Arsenal by former Gunner Gilberto Silva.
Melo, 26, has been linked with a move from Italian club Fiorentina in recent weeks.
The former Mallorca, Racing and Almeria defensive midfielder played a key role in Brazil’s successful Confederations Cup campaign.
Melo started Sunday’s 3-2 final victory over the United States alongside Gilberto and the former Gunners midfielder believes his compatriot would be a perfect fit at the Emirates Stadium.
Gilberto spent six seasons with the north London club before moving on to Panathinaikos last summer.
“We heard rumors and he asked me. I said it’s a fantastic club and if he’s interested he should go without thinking,” said Gilberto.
“He is exactly what they need – a powerful player with quality.
“If they got him it would be great because he is a player they need at the moment.”
(Courtesy of sportbox.tv)