Former Chelsea player Frank Leboeuf has named his top contenders for the Premier League title in the 2026/27 season.
Arsenal ended their long wait for a title, securing their first Premier League championship in 22 years under Mikel Arteta.
They also came close to clinching their first UEFA Champions League title but were defeated by Paris Saint-Germain in the final.
Leboeuf, a former Chelsea player, asserted that Arsenal are the clear favourites to reclaim the Premier League title in the coming season, irrespective of any additional signings they may make this summer.
He noted that despite concerns regarding the fitness of several players, the team is confident in their ability to outperform any opponent on their best days.
In an interview with ESPN, he stated (as reported by Metro UK), “Arsenal have some assurances and they know that with the team they have right now they can be better anybody else.
“With Gabriel Magalhaes and Saliba in the lineup, they are formidable; they know they are stronger than any other team, and that is the reality. If I were an Arsenal supporter, I would not be concerned. Can they achieve a consecutive Premier League title? Yes, they are my favorites, but they must prove it.”
The Gunners have bolstered their squad in an effort to secure back-to-back titles by acquiring Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle for a fee of £75 million. They have also signed Greek winger Christos Tzolis and free-agent goalkeeper Ilian Meslier.
EPL: ‘They’re the strongest team’ – Ex-Chelsea star, Leboeuf names club to win title