Gilberto will fight for Arsenal place
December 7, 2007
GILBERTO WILL FIGHT FOR PLACE
Veteran midfielder Gilberto insists he is determined to take any chance that comes his way after admitting he is keen to stay at Arsenal.
The Brazilian made what was only his fourth Premier League start of the campaign at St James’ Park.
Gilberto, 31, has been linked with a move away from Emirates Stadium during the transfer window, but is determined to make the most of whatever chances come his way.
“It is nice to get a chance to play a full game but of course I am doing the best I can to get back in the team,” Gilberto told the club’s official website.
“I will see what happens but of course I want to play in the first XI and I will do my best to achieve that.”
The 2002 World Cup winner added: “A big squad is important. At the moment we have a few injuries, but we have other players who can do a great job.
“The manager needs to change the team in some positions but we keep the same spirit and the same way of playing.”
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has indicated he may consider dipping into the transfer market to strengthen the squad next month.
However, he’s not revealed which particular position he would look to bring in cover.
Both Kolo Toure and Emmanuel Eboue will be away at the African Nations Cup, so Johan Djourou could be recalled from his loan spell at Birmingham.
Reports in Africa, though, suggest the French coach may be ready to move for Congo striker Tresor Mputu, who impressed during a recent trail spell at London Colney.
Well done, Gilberto. Fight! Fight! Fight!