Patrick Vieira has said he wasn't contacted by Arsenal about becoming manager before his former club hired Mikel Arteta. A Gunners legend during his playing days, Vieira was thought to be among the front-runners for the job in north London.
However, he told Canal+ (h/t Metro) that wasn't the case, while he also reaffirmed his commitment to Ligue 1 side Nice: "I do feel for Arsenal because I had nine fantastic seasons there and they're going through difficult times. Was I contacted? No. It's flattering (to be linked) but I know how lucky I am to be at Nice.