Arsène Wenger, the former Arsenal manager, has made a strong statement regarding Arsenal’s Premier League title chances. Wenger believes that the current squad, managed by Mikel Arteta, is capable of ending the club’s title drought. He even suggests that Arsenal has a more complete squad compared to current champions Liverpool.
Wenger’s comments come after Arsenal’s impressive start to the season, fueled by significant summer investment. Meanwhile, Liverpool, despite their own spending, have experienced a recent dip in form. Arsenal’s performance, coupled with Liverpool’s struggles, has led to increased optimism among Arsenal fans.
Arsène Wenger backs Arsenal for Premier League title
Arsène Wenger has asserted that Mikel Arteta now possesses a squad capable of ending Arsenal’s long Premier League title drought. He claimed his former club has a “more complete squad” than current champions Liverpool. The former manager’s statement highlights the belief in Arsenal’s current capabilities.
Liverpool, who won the title last season, invested heavily during the summer transfer window. This led many to predict another dominant campaign. However, while Liverpool began the season strongly, they have since stumbled, suffering consecutive defeats and falling behind Arsenal in the league table.
Arsenal’s squad depth impresses Arsène Wenger
Arsenal, meanwhile, have flourished under Mikel Arteta. Supported by a £250m summer investment, Arsenal have started the campaign well. They are now considered strong contenders to win their first league title since the Invincibles season in 2004.
Speaking to beIN SPORTS, Arsène Wenger praised Mikel Arteta’s side. He described them as “really equipped to deal with any problems” this season. Wenger emphasized the team’s strength in depth as a key factor.
“Yes, without any hesitation,” the Frenchman said when asked if he saw Arsenal as genuine title contenders. “You might say that I say that every year but I believe this year they are really equipped to deal with any problems.”
“When they lost Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka last season it was too much, but this year you have [Noni] Madueke, [Eberechi] Eze, [Gabriel] Martinelli, [Leandro] Leandro Trossard.” Wenger continued, highlighting the team’s increased options.
“At the back they have [Cristhian] Mosquera, down the flanks and at the back they have replacements. [Myles] Lewis-Skelly doesn’t get in the team at the moment and he’s an England international. I think they have the most complete squad.” Wenger stated, pointing to the quality throughout the team.
Liverpool struggles compared to Arsenal strength
Arsène Wenger then contrasted Arsenal’s depth with Liverpool’s current struggles. “Compare them with Liverpool,” he continued. “I watched them against Chelsea and [Dominik] Szoboszlai was at right-back and [Ryan] Gravenberch was centre-back. Arsenal would not be in that kind of position.” Wenger used Liverpool’s situation to illustrate Arsenal’s advantage.
Reflecting on Liverpool’s slump, marked by defeats to Crystal Palace, Galatasaray, Chelsea, and Manchester United, Arsène Wenger urged patience with Slot’s new-look squad.
“Sometimes you need to give players time,” he said. “The players have the talent, Isak has the talent and Wirtz has the talent. But of course at the moment they have not reached their level. Maybe they have to go through a tough period, show total commitment to the team, and then the confidence will come back.”
Arsenal further strengthened their growing reputation in Europe with a dominant 4-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday night. Goals from Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli, and a Viktor Gyokeres brace ensured another statement performance at the Emirates.
The Premier League leaders now turn their focus to Sunday’s London derby against Crystal Palace, while Liverpool will look to bounce back when they travel to Brentford.
Wenger’s endorsement adds significant weight to the growing belief that Arsenal can seriously challenge for the Premier League title. The coming months will reveal whether Mikel Arteta’s side can live up to the expectations and deliver the title that Arsenal fans have been longing for.
