Former Newcastle United star and Premier League all-time leading scorer, Alan Shearer, has emphatically stated that Arsenal possess the best and most complete squad in the Premier League this season.
Shearer believes Mikel Arteta’s team stand out as the only consistently high-performing side in the league, noting that while other top clubs have struggled with dips in form, the Gunners have maintained remarkable stability across all competitions.
Speaking to newsmen, Shearer said Arsenal’s squad depth and resilience remain unmatched, especially given the injuries they have had to manage. He pointed out that fans “wouldn’t have thought that,” considering the quality of players stepping in seamlessly when others are unavailable.
The Gunners head into this weekend looking to open up a nine-point gap at the top of the Premier League table, as they prepare for a high-profile showdown with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Shearer highlighted Noni Madueke’s recent impact as further proof of Arsenal’s strength, noting that the winger returned from injury and immediately scored in the Champions League victory over Bayern Munich during the week — an indication of the talent Arteta has at his disposal.
“Arsenal have been the standout team by an absolute mile at the minute,” Shearer said, referencing their strong performances in both the Premier League and Champions League.
Arsenal have suffered only one defeat so far this campaign, losing narrowly to defending champions Liverpool. Meanwhile, Chelsea have surged into conversations as potential title challengers, and a victory over the league leaders on Sunday would strengthen that narrative.
However, many pundits and analysts still regard Arsenal as favourites going into the London derby, especially after their commanding 3-1 win against Bayern Munich at the Emirates. Chelsea themselves come into the fixture buoyed by a 3-0 triumph over Barcelona in the Champions League.
The stage is now set for a blockbuster encounter that could significantly reshape the Premier League title race.
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