Premiership: Vieira - Why should I leave Highbury?

Patrick Vieira has given Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger a huge boost by declaring that he wants to stay at Highbury.

The French international has been the subject of speculation linking him with a host of top European clubs - including Manchester United, Inter Milan and Barcelona - but has now pledged his future to the Gunners.

"There's no reason for me to leave," Vieira said.

"It's irrelevant to talk about leaving - I feel great here. We don't reach every goal but the motivation and spirit are there."

The midfielder added: "We all want to give our best."

"We should all be grateful to Arsene Wenger - he has certainly done a lot for my game."