December 28th 2024.
Fabio Vieira, a promising young midfielder, was recently left out of Porto's squad for their victory against Boavista. The head coach, Vitor Bruno, revealed that he was not pleased with Vieira's performance, despite him starting in the previous five matches.
Vieira, who had signed with Porto for a hefty €40 million in 2022, had returned to the club on loan after struggling to make an impact in his first two seasons at Arsenal. However, even with his recent starting role, he was dropped from the squad entirely for the match against Boavista.
When asked about his decision, Bruno explained that it was not solely based on Vieira's recent performance, but rather on the overall attitude and dedication of the player. "As a coach, I have to carefully consider the players' performances and their day-to-day activities," he stated after the match. He further added that while Vieira has immense talent, it needs to be accompanied by certain principles and conditions, which he felt were lacking.
Despite his exclusion from the squad sparking rumors of a potential early return to Arsenal, Bruno assured that Vieira will remain with Porto for the rest of the season. "Of course he will stay," he affirmed when asked about it. "For us, talent is not enough, it has to be supported by certain foundations that an athlete cannot let go of. And when that is missing, I have to make tough decisions," he elaborated.
Bruno also emphasized that there was no need for him to send a message to Vieira, as the player knows him well and they are counting on him. He reassured that Vieira will be available to play again the following week, and it was simply a matter of making decisions.
In conclusion, while Vieira's absence from the squad may have raised eyebrows, it seems that Porto has no intention of cutting short his loan spell. His coach believes in his potential and is willing to work with him to help him reach his full potential.
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