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Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal have a strong chance of winning the Premier League and the Gunners boss has backed his players to vindicate his claims at Watford on Saturday.
Wenger’s side went into the international break in second place, two points behind leaders Manchester City after a 3-0 thrashing of Manchester United that sparked hope of a sustained challenge for the title.
It is 11 years since Arsenal were last crowned kings of English football, but Wenger made it clear he was more determined than ever to end that barren run.
And he hinted to shareholders at the club’s annual meeting that should he achieve that then he might step down, having been in charge since 1996.
“We want more than third and winning the FA Cup, we have the potential to do more,” Wenger said.
“I know you want to ask me-will we win the championship this year? I think we are back in contention and we have a good chance.
“All of our numbers confirm that we have the potential to be in the fight. We are now equipped around the whole team to say we are really advanced in the way we work, prepare and develop players.
“I know I have faced some adversities, but I am more motivated than ever, more committed than ever.
“I am resolute to commit until the last day of my contract here to bring back big success to this club and leave this club in the position it can do even better when I leave.”
Key to Arsenal’s chances of ending their title drought is the form of Alexis Sanchez, who has scored nine goals in his last five games.
Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal have a strong chance of winning the Premier League and the Gunners boss has backed his players to vindicate his claims at Watford on Saturday.
Wenger’s side went into the international break in second place, two points behind leaders Manchester City after a 3-0 thrashing of Manchester United that sparked hope of a sustained challenge for the title.
It is 11 years since Arsenal were last crowned kings of English football, but Wenger made it clear he was more determined than ever to end that barren run.
And he hinted to shareholders at the club’s annual meeting that should he achieve that then he might step down, having been in charge since 1996.
“We want more than third and winning the FA Cup, we have the potential to do more,” Wenger said.
“I know you want to ask me-will we win the championship this year? I think we are back in contention and we have a good chance.
“All of our numbers confirm that we have the potential to be in the fight. We are now equipped around the whole team to say we are really advanced in the way we work, prepare and develop players.
“I know I have faced some adversities, but I am more motivated than ever, more committed than ever.
“I am resolute to commit until the last day of my contract here to bring back big success to this club and leave this club in the position it can do even better when I leave.”
Key to Arsenal’s chances of ending their title drought is the form of Alexis Sanchez, who has scored nine goals in his last five games.
