“There is your answer” – Ex Premier League captain believes Arsenal will win the league if they sign top player

In the complex and unforgiving world of Premier League football, Mikel Arteta, in his heart of hearts, may have known that Arsenal’s title race was effectively over before the pivotal match against West Ham.

As Pep Guardiola’s former assistant, he understands better than most just how relentless Manchester City can be. The Gunners needed a miracle to keep their title hopes alive, but when City surged into an early lead against West Ham, the writing was on the wall. Arsenal’s first league...