Thursday 26 September 2013

English talent development methods must change- Vieira

Patrick Vieira 
Former Arsenal and France midfielder, Patrick Vieira, is of the opinion that the talent development and coaching methods in England is in drastic need of revamping suggesting that the English system is far behind that of major European football powerhouse.

“I believe the game has changed and if the game has changed that means we need to change our methods.

“I believe that the methods in England haven’t changed as much as the game has changed,” said Vieira
Contrary to some opinion, the 1998 World Cup winner believes that the influx of young foreign players into various club academies in England is not a hindrance to the development of English players.

Vieira continues, “I heard some comments about there being too many foreigners in the country, that that is why there is no chance for the English players to have a chance to play in the first team.

“But for me that is the comment everybody wants to hear.

“The truth is (we need to ask) how can we help the young players to develop? How do we give them the best tools for them to improve?

“The problem is deeper than just saying there are too many foreigners. I think this is a deeper problem.”

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