Patrick Vieira believes the future is bright for former club Arsenal.
The Internazionale midfielder admits he was shocked to learn of David Dein's departure but still feels there are good times ahead at Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal have enjoyed little success since Vieira left the club in 2005 but Arsene Wenger has blooded several promising youngsters.
And Vieira expects Arsenal to reap the benefits as those players learn with experience.
Speaking at a 'Feel Football' event in Milan, he said: "As a club, Arsenal are developing good young players and I feel the future is very, very bright for them."
Vieira added that he was committed to Inter and not likely to ever return to the Premiership.
"I don't see myself going back to England, I am getting old," said Vieira, 30.
"I am happy where I am and I will stay here for the end of my career."
How can the future be bright if he thinks Arsene Wenger is leaving? Unless he thinks someone can take over now and do a better job?