August 5th 2023.
Gary Lineker believes that Arsenal have what it takes to end Manchester City's domination of the Premier League next season. The Gunners have had an impressive summer in the transfer market, signing England midfielder Declan Rice, Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber and former Chelsea star Kai Havertz.
Lineker believes that the experience of being in the title race last season will benefit Arsenal and that the new signings will help to take the side to the next level. It has been 20 years since Arsenal last won the Premier League title, with the Gunners coming close to achieving the feat last season.
The Match of the Day presenter is particularly impressed with the capture of Declan Rice, who he believes can handle the pressure that comes with a big-money move. Lineker says that although Rice is not expected to add more goals to his game, he is an exceptional player, a real leader, and somebody who can make things happen with the ball at his feet.
The presenter is also intrigued to see where Kai Havertz fits in the team, with the German perhaps starting the season as a centre-forward with Gabriel Jesus injured. However, Lineker believes that Havertz could also operate wide on the left or right or in a deeper role.
The likes of Manchester United, Liverpool and perhaps even big-spending Chelsea will attempt to rival Man City and Arsenal for the Premier League crown. But, with more depth and a couple more signings before the transfer deadline, Lineker believes that Arsenal are capable of taking the title this coming season.
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