In each of the past four Premier League campaigns, Arsenal have recorded more points than the season before: from a nadir of 56 points (eighth) after Arteta took over midway through the 2019-20, to 61 points (eighth), to 69 points (fifth), to 84 points (second) to 89 points (second) last season, just two points behind champions Manchester City.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has voiced his thoughts on Pep Guardiola's situation at Manchester City, suggesting the high standards he set leave little room for him to impress further. Despite being Premier League champions for four consecutive years and eyeing a record-extending fifth,