Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has not closed the door on potentially returning to the Premier League as a manager.
The former Gunners captain started his managerial career in the United States with MLS franchise New York City FC and has since returned to Europe to lead OGC Nice.
Tipped as a potential candidate to replace Arsene Wenger after his exit last summer, Vieira remains heavily linked with the north London side and, if or when Unai Emery leaves, will likely be named among the favourites.
Indeed, Wenger himself has said that he sees Vieira as the Arsenal coach one day, and the former Gunners' captain has admitted he is still a follower of English football but refused to be drawn into direct speculation on his future.
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“You never know. I’m still a big fan of the Premier League,” he told Sky Sports.
The French World Cup winner was renowned during his playing days for his passion shown on the field, with fans regularly looking back fondly to his rivalry with Manchester United counterpart Roy Keane.
However, Vieira has admitted he has to behave differently as a manager.
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"When you are on the field, you have a feeling that you are in control. I've always been calm, it's just about the passion I used to have for the game and sometimes going over the line,” he added.
“Now as a coach, you have to be a leader and set an example."
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