Arsene Wenger insists Arsenal are strong enough to win the Premier League.
The club’s chief executive Ivan Gazidis wrote an email to staff and players after the transfer window closed, and claimed criticism of their business was unfair and the squad was better.
Gunners boss Wenger has endured a bad start to the season, after losing two of their first three games, but said: “Yes, I think we are strong enough.”
When asked if they were actually stronger, he said: “Stronger? It depends on what period of the season you’re comparing it to.
“We had contrasting periods last season. We have to show you can improve the team by being together and improving together.
“Last year, we made 75 points, won the FA Cup and, this year, we have to do better. It depends what period of last season you mean. We had different periods, contrasting periods, last time.
“Why can’t Arsenal win the title? Because we have played three games, and two away games. OK, we lost at Liverpool, but can redress the situation very quickly. Some teams who are the new favourites, are not in a better position than us.”
Wenger, 67, also maintained he does not regret his decision to stay on at the Emirates, despite the tough start which has again put his position under the spotlight.
He added: “My personal situation is not important. What is important is the club and the position of the team, and that’s what I care about.”
