HSV star Vieira reveals: What I learned from Mikel Arteta! | OneFootball

With the signing of Fabio Vieira, HSV pulled off a real coup on Deadline Day. The Portuguese player is expected to be nothing less than the offensive savior.

"It's a great opportunity for me to showcase my football and get back to top form," Vieira explained on Friday during a media round. In his first training sessions, the left-footer already flashed his exceptional ball skills. Even in the lost test match against Hannover 96 (1:3), he at least hinted at his class during a 30-minute substitute appearance.

Vieira owes his footballing development mainly to one man: Mikel Arteta. Although he never managed to decisively break through with the Gunners, he speaks highly of the Spanish coach. "I learned a lot, I like him very much. From day one, he tried to help me," the new signing recounts. He adds, "His main advice was to be myself. That way, I can bring my football to the field and get the best out of myself."

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Vieira hopes for the same trust at HSV. "I was convinced after the first conversation with the coach and the sporting director. I immediately felt that they wanted me here," said the Portuguese player.

Vieira sees himself as a playmaker who can make an impact both in the number ten position and on the right wing: "I like to play between the lines, can make the final pass, and finish myself." The high expectations that come with such a high-profile transfer don't faze the 25-year-old. As a player, "everyone must feel comfortable on the pitch even under pressure." Because: "That's our job, that's what we love."

His first test awaits soon: Next weekend (September 13, 6:30 PM), HSV faces what is likely the toughest away game of the season against FC Bayern. Possibly with Vieira already in the starting lineup.

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