Kyle Walker, a key member of Manchester City’s squad, recently voiced his opinion on Arsenal during a discussion.
He stated a preference for Liverpool winning the league title if Manchester City couldn’t secure it themselves.
The Premier League race is intense, with Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City closely vying for the top spot, separated by just two points.
A potential win for Arsenal over Brentford could briefly place them at the summit, setting the stage for a crucial match between Liverpool and City at Anfield.
City has historically struggled at Anfield under Pep Guardiola’s management, securing only one win during Covid restrictions.
Following this challenging fixture, City faces Newcastle in the FA Cup quarter-finals before hosting Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium.
Walker shared his thoughts on these pivotal games during an appearance on Rio Ferdinand’s FIVE YouTube channel.
He acknowledged Arsenal’s progress under their current setup, borrowing tactics and personnel from Guardiola’s coaching staff.
When asked about his impressions of Arsenal’s improvement, Walker hinted at their reliance on City’s assistant coach and players like Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus.
Despite crediting Arsenal’s progress, he expressed confidence in City’s ability to overcome them, citing previous victories, including a convincing 4-1 win at the Etihad Stadium last season.
Walker, known for his history with Arsenal’s rival team Tottenham, admitted his reluctance to see Arsenal win the league due to his allegiance to Spurs.
He emphasized his preference for Liverpool winning the title over Arsenal if City were not to succeed, showcasing enduring loyalty to his former club.
In response to recent comments by Trent Alexander-Arnold comparing the significance of Liverpool’s trophies to City’s, Walker chose not to engage in confrontation, maintaining a diplomatic stance amidst the rivalry.
