4 ISA title from the 4 season since he departed from Arsenal might seem bigger achievement than 3 EPL title he won with Arsenal from 10 season. But is he happier now in Italy than in Arsenal? Guess not, as the ageing Midfielder gained first title with Juventus but due to the scandal which see Juventus relegated and revoked of title and then he switched to Inter Milan. The other 3 title come with Inter but not directly come from his contribution as he often being used in rotation or backup for the title team as he found himself behind Javier Zanetti, Dejan Stankovic, Sulley Muntari, and Esteban Cambiasso.

In order to search for a more regular football, he look likely to move and was available for free transfer and so far attracted a number of club, Birmingham, Fulham, Tottenham, Lyon and Paris St Germain. He was at first appointed as captain for the Euro 08 Qualifying but missed the campaign due to injury. A regular football might see him retake back the armband for France squad again for World Cup 2010.

Paris St Germain was the first to be enquiry for the midfield before talk fallen due to wage demanding. Birmingham then join in to bid the midfielder and even offered 100k weekly wage for him. After that Fulham and Sunderland also express their interest in the out of favour midfielder. Soon Both Lyon and Tottenham also join in the race for his signature. So far Tottenham look favorite to be the next destination for the Frenchman as he was a good friend of Spurs manager Harry Redknapp.

A move to Tottenham will be a great deal for both the club and the man. Tottenham has concede the least goal at home last season. Tottenham form has changed from 4 win 6 draw and 12 lose from the start of the season till the signing of Palacios and Keana changed the form in January to 10 win 3 draw and 3 lose toward the end of the season. With the introduction of Vieira to the squad, Palacios and Vieira will surely form a formidable wall in front of the backline.