5 Arsenal players who are key to the Premier League title race

Arsenal return to action in the Premier League this weekend and it's a big one. They travel to the Etihad Stadium, hoping to carry over the momentum from before the international break. In the reverse fixture, Arsenal won the game 1-0 but Mikel Arteta needs nothing less than a win in this match to maximise his chances of winning the title.

5 Arsenal players who are key to the Premier League title race

Speaking of, here are 5 Arsenal players who are key to the Premier League title race, starting this weekend...

1. William Saliba

William Saliba missed the most pivotal chunk of last season, which many attribute to being the key reason why the Gunners didn't lift the title.

Last time out, Saliba missed the important title-decider against Man City. Instead, Arsenal fans had to deal with Rob Holding in the back-line (I know, sorry for reminding you). This time, though, Saliba is fully fit after he was unused for France in the international break. Saliba and Gabriel in the back-line gives Arteta the best possible chance.

The Frenchman is one of the best defenders in the world, let alone the Premier League. If he is playing his best, then Arsenal often get the clean sheet.

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