Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva says his old club never replaced him!

The Brazilian was an excellent holding midfielder for the Gunners.

He was a part of their Invincibles title winning team, and shone next to the likes of Patrick Vieira in North London.

But Gilberto is less than impressed with the midfielders he has seen at the club since.

"It's nice when people talk about me and remember me," the Brazilian told Planet Football.

"Of course, I'm not too proud in terms of the idea that they never replaced me, but I feel proud that people think about me positively, despite the fact that it's a long time since I left the club. This is a good feeling.

"But, you know, from what I have seen over the last few years, it's quite true, because me and Patrick Vieira especially had a great partnership and I haven't seen Arsenal replace this.

"I think it's been quite painful for the team not to have stability in this position. They are paying a high price, but I hope at some point they find somebody who can fill the gap."