Denilson delighted with Vieira comparisons

Arsenal youngster Denilson admits he is delighted to be compared to players such as Patrick Vieira and Gilberto Silva.

Denilson has been a hit in the Premiership so far, having scored two goals in five league games.

He told the Sun: “Any comparisons with Vieira are great for me because he was really a player that left his mark on this club. He helped Arsenal to achieve beautiful things so it’s an important reference for me.

“But it’s the same with Gilberto Silva. He is also an example for me to follow.

“But they have both made their mark and now it is my time to write my history in the pages of Arsenal.”

Denilson continued: “I am very happy with what I’ve been doing on the pitch.

“It has been a great start for me and for the team. As games go by, I get more confident.

“I hope to keep giving good performances to our fans. My first goal was very important for me and made me very, very happy. It was dedicated to my mother, who passed away in 1999.”

[Source: The Sun]