Arsenal's Lassana Diarra admits he is puzzled by his
current playing situation.
Diarra joined The Gunners in the summer from Chelsea; however he
has struggled to tie down a regular place in the side.
Arsene Wenger boasts a competitive selection of midfielders,
meaning that the 22-year-old has had to settle for only a handful
of appearances.
The majority of which have come with him playing in his secondary
position of right-back.
However, Diarra continues to be called upon by France manager
Raymond Domenech.
Pleased to
play
The Arsenal man says it is a confusing situation to be in, but is
determined to keep working in training to earn himself a place in
his favoured central midfield position.
"I am a midfielder. The French team coach recently used me on the
right and I was pleased to play. But my position is in the
midfield," he told L'Equipe.
"If Willy (Sagnol) was here I would not be in the starting
XI.
"Each time I join the French team it is a big pleasure. But it is
true that my situation for my club is puzzling.
Outstanding
"But it will be sorted out soon. To be called again by Les Bleus I
have to play for my club.
"So that situation has to be settled quickly, I am not getting mad
with that. I am patient.
"At Arsenal I don't feel in competition with Bacary Sagna, as I am
a midfielder.
"The midfielders are outstanding, but I work fine in training
sessions and I am waiting for an opportunity."
