The experienced midfielder was brought to City from Inter Milan at the start of this year, but has been unable to nail down a first-team spot. Although the Frenchman has been a regular in the Europa League for City this term, he has barely featured in the Premier League. He has made just four appearances in the top flight, and his only start came when he scored in the 1-1 draw with Blackburn Rovers in September. City boss Roberto Mancini has a wealth of options in the centre of midfield and Vieira accepts some players will be disappointed to be playing peripheral roles. "Yes, of course, I'm frustrated, but I'm not the only one," said Vieira. "When you see the squad and how big it is, of course many players will be disappointed and frustrated not to play that often."
