Reds ‘on the wane’, says new Blue Vieira

PATRICK VIEIRA has wasted little time in antagonising the red half of Manchester following his move to Manchester City after claiming champions United are ‘on the wane’ and can be caught by their local rivals.

The France international, who sat out last night’s game against Blackburn Rovers with a calf strain, also admitted he has been given ‘no guarantees’ about his place in Roberto Mancini’s side.

Vieira is convinced City can make up the ground not only on United but also Arsenal and leaders Chelsea.