Gilberto ready to fill Vieira's boots

World Cup winner Gilberto Silva is ready to shoulder the weight of responsibility in Arsenal’s midfield if Patrick Vieira completes his move to Real Madrid.

World Cup winner Gilberto Silva is ready to shoulder the weight of responsibility in Arsenal’s midfield if Patrick Vieira completes his move to Real Madrid.

The Spanish club, who are also said to be interested in Michael Owen, are confident that Vieira can be persuaded to move to La Liga by the end of this week.

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