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Arsene Wenger brands former club Arsenal the second best team in the Premier League behind Manchester City... and says the Gunners could mount a title challenge if Pep Guardiola's men prioritise the Champions League

Arsene Wenger has backed the current Arsenal set-up as the second favourites to win the Premier League this season behind Manchester City.

The Frenchman managed the Gunners from 1996 to 2018, and he has faith that Mikel Arteta's men are well poised to win their first title since Wenger led the Londoners to top-flight glory in 2003-04.

Arsenal currently sit top of the table on 21 points, one point clear of Man City after their 6-3 victory at home to Man United on Sunday.

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal are second favourites for the Premier League title this season

"Personally I would put them behind Man City!