Just like last season, Arsenal are leaders of the Premier League and just like last season, the crucial, last part of the season begins. Usually, Manchester City would overcome the Gunners and become champions, but this time Mikel Arteta’s team is much stronger and full of experience. This Arsenal team is without a doubt the strongest they had in years. The Gunners bough well in June 2025 and have depth in every single position this season. But when team “joker” Mikel Merino suffered a serious injury at the end of January, the club wanted to find a replacement fast, and they tracked one Germany star.

Source: The Star February 07, 2026 16:36 UTC