Kai Havertz remains confident that Arsenal is firmly in the Premier League title race despite Liverpool’s commanding nine-point lead.
Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s critical clash with Manchester United at the Emirates, the German international emphasized his team’s determination to compete at the highest level.
Arsenal’s Recent Resurgence
After a brief dip in form, Arsenal have reclaimed momentum with three consecutive wins in all competitions.
Sitting second in the league table, Mikel Arteta’s squad is fighting to keep pace with Arne Slot’s rampant Liverpool, who lead the league after a stellar start. Havertz acknowledged Liverpool’s dominance but stressed that Arsenal isn’t backing down:
“We’ve been in this race before, last year and the year before. We know how tough it is. Liverpool are performing at the highest level, but there are still lots of games and points to play for.”
The Manchester United Challenge
The upcoming clash against Manchester United presents a significant test. Ruben Amorim’s appointment has revitalized the Red Devils, who are unbeaten under his leadership.
Havertz anticipates a challenging encounter due to United’s evolving playstyle: “When a new manager comes in, they change their style, system, and players. But for us, the focus is on ourselves. If we play our best game, nothing can stop us.”
Havertz has been integral to Arsenal’s campaign, netting nine goals across all competitions, including five in the league.
His recent strike against West Ham was part of a dominant 5-2 victory where Gabriel Magalhaes, Leandro Trossard, Martin Ødegaard, and Bukayo Saka also contributed to the scoreline.
Despite Liverpool’s stronghold at the top, Havertz stressed the unpredictable nature of the Premier League: “The league gets tougher every year. We’re ready for the fight and committed to competing with the best every week.”
As Arsenal prepares for Manchester United, the focus remains on consistency and resilience. A win could solidify their position as genuine title contenders while keeping pressure on Liverpool in the race for Premier League supremacy