December 20th 2024.
Former Arsenal and England player Paul Merson recently shared his thoughts on the current Premier League title race. As Chelsea and Arsenal try to catch up to leaders Liverpool, Merson revealed his "favorite" to win the title.
Despite the emotional departure of Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool has had a fantastic start under their new manager, Arne Slot. They have only lost one game, a surprise defeat at home to Nottingham Forest, in an otherwise impressive run. Currently, the Reds are two points ahead of their competitors with a game in hand as the festive season approaches.
One of the teams that have surprised many this season is Chelsea, who have emerged as genuine title contenders under Enzo Maresca. With a new manager and concerns about a chaotic transfer window, many predicted another season of turmoil for the team. However, they have been one of the top and most thrilling teams in Europe so far.
In fact, Chelsea's form has even surpassed Arsenal, who have consistently challenged for the Premier League title under Mikel Arteta. The defending champions Manchester City are currently in fifth place, falling behind by nine points due to a disappointing run of form under Pep Guardiola.
In a column for Sportskeeda, Merson wrote, "This weekend could be the turning point in the Premier League title race." He believes that Liverpool's recent Carabao Cup quarter-final game and their upcoming match against Tottenham Hotspur could potentially shake things up.
Merson also mentions that Chelsea could overtake Liverpool if they win against Everton, but Liverpool must focus on their own game and not worry about the game in hand. He reminds readers that the Premier League is unpredictable, and things can change quickly.
Despite Chelsea's impressive performance, Merson still considers Liverpool the favorites to win the title. However, he acknowledges that Chelsea is not far behind and could surprise everyone. He also believes that Arsenal needs to maintain a winning streak to keep the pressure on their competitors.
Merson concludes by saying that Arsenal's upcoming match against Crystal Palace will not be an easy one, but he expects them to win. He also warns that as the season progresses, injuries could become a concern for Liverpool and Arsenal, giving Chelsea a chance to stay in the race until the end.
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