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At just 20 years old, Duran has found the back of the net seven times in 13 appearances, showing his prowess in both the Champions League and Premier League. His significant contributions, especially coming off the bench to score decisive goals, have made a substantial impact. Patrick Vieira is considering the type of player Arsenal needs to meet their objectives, debating between a reliable goalscorer and a false number nine. While Kai Havertz has shown potential since the season’s start, Duran’s attributes have captivated attention further.
Patrick Vieira said, “The question is whether Arsenal can reach their goals with a genuine goalscorer or a false number nine. [Kai] Havertz has performed well since the season’s start and has the potential to fill that role. I loved his performance against Bayern Munich. He’s the right player for Arsenal—quick, unselfish, solid in the air, technically skilled, and intelligent in his movement.”
Unai Emery’s enthusiasm for Duran remains strong despite a minor incident involving the young player’s reaction to being substituted.
Unai Emery said, “After the match and the press conference, I told him, ‘we won a Champions League game, you scored a goal in the Champions League, I don’t want to be answering questions about this.’ Of course, he is young, he has passion sometimes, and sometimes he is showing his energy – positive and negative – but it’s not relevant, not important. Because I spoke to him and in one minute, we finished this conversation, without problems. The problem is having to ask questions about it.”
As Duran’s performance continues to impress, Aston Villa is faced with the decision of whether to retain him at all costs.
