Arsenal Compared to Klopp’s Liverpool as Petit Warns Guardiola of Gunners’ Threat
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has drawn comparisons between the Gunners’ current trajectory under Mikel Arteta and the early stages of Jurgen Klopp’s tenure at Liverpool.
Petit believes that Arsenal, like Klopp’s Liverpool, are steadily building towards success, with a clear vision and systematic improvements in the squad.
Arteta and sporting director Edu have been methodically strengthening Arsenal, much like Klopp did when he first took over at Liverpool.
Klopp took nearly four years to win his first major trophy, the 2019 Champions League, which then opened the door to further successes, including the Premier League title in 2020.
Petit sees similar potential in Arsenal, who have emerged as Manchester City’s primary challengers over the last two seasons.
Despite falling short in the 2022/23 season, Arsenal pushed City to the final day of the 2023/24 campaign, indicating significant progress.
Petit suggests that Arsenal’s recent transfer activities and their style of play reflect the careful planning and gradual improvement that could eventually lead to a Premier League title.
He emphasizes that Arsenal are not far from ending their long wait for a league title and believes they have closed the gap with Manchester City, making them Pep Guardiola’s main competitors in the upcoming season.
Arsenal Compared to Klopp’s Liverpool as Petit Warns Guardiola of Gunners’ Threat
