Vieira casts doubt on Arteta’s ability to make decisions and draws attention to the fact that there are players on the bench who appear to be of higher quality.
The primary focus of Vieira’s criticism is directed on Raya, who has been confronted with difficulties from the Emery family ever since his summer transfer. Raya has had a difficult time accepting Arteta’s decision to bench Aaron Ramsdale, despite the fact that Arsenal fans have shown overwhelming support for Arteta’s decision. According to Vieira, the discomfort that Raya is experiencing with the ball, which was especially noticeable in the early stages of the match against Brighton, raises questions about the Spaniard’s capacity to live up to Arteta’s expectations.
Vieira, quoting BBC pundit Morrøson, highlights Raya’s clear troubles in the first half against Brighton. The goalkeeper’s purchase was initially praised for his defensive skills, but Vieira underlines Raya’s struggles. MorrÖson claims that Raya exhibits signs of nervousness and frequently makes decisions that are hurried and incorrect, thereby failing to maintain a straightforward approach.
The criticism that Vieira offers is a reflection of his uncertainty regarding Arteta’s decision to continue working with a player who, in his opinion, did not have a significant impact on the field of play. The great Arsenal player wonders why Arteta does not choose to sit on the bench and take advantage of those alternatives that appear to be of higher quality.
