Former Arsenal star Robert Pirès believes that Sami Khedira is exactly the kind of player the Gunners need to win the Premier League. In an interview with Telegraph Sport, Pirès pointed out that Arsène Wenger’s team lacks a dominant midfield presence, similar to club legend Patrick Vieira.
🔍 Pirès on Arsenal’s Midfield Needs:
“Wenger needs a big player in midfield, like Vieira, powerful, tall… someone like Yaya Touré. He reminds me of Vieira.”
According to Pirès, Khedira could fill that role, offering:
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Physicality and presence
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World-class experience (2014 World Cup winner)
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A balanced link between attack and defense
🇩🇪 Khedira’s Situation:
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Contract with Real Madrid expires next summer
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Madrid reportedly willing to sell him in January for around €12 million
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At the time, he was a key figure in Germany’s World Cup-winning side
🧠 Pirès’s Advice:
“If Khedira signs, he should become the new Vieira… bring depth and experience to a young Arsenal midfield.”
⚽ The Bigger Picture:
Arsenal had talent—players like Ramsey, Wilshere, and Özil—but lacked that anchor in midfield to challenge teams physically and defensively. Pirès argues Khedira could be the missing piece.
Summary:
Sami Khedira, available at a cut-price, is seen by Pirès as the perfect candidate to become Arsenal’s next midfield general, a modern-day Vieira, and potentially the key to a Premier League title challenge.
