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Croatian international 'will boost team'

24 October 2008

Croatian football player Eduardo is needed back in the Arsenal team to help them win more games, his team mate Robin van Persie says.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger revealed earlier this week he expected the Brazil-born Croatian international to return to training after he broke his leg in February.

Robin van Persie is looking forward to playing alongside Eduardo again as he is an important part of the team, according to Sky Sports News.

"We were all really unhappy with what happened but I think he dealt with it really well and showed a lot of maturity," he told the sports channel.

"If you look at his finishing record, we need him," he added.

Eduardo suffered the fracture on his left fibula in a match against Birmingham when he was tackled by Martin Taylor.

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