I think it's quite naive to rule out Arsenal's outstanding performances this season.
Even though Tottenham still have a chance there, I am more inclined towards Arsenal now.
The reason is simple, they are now quite different from before and their current position is proof that they are different and not just a coincidence.
Of course Arsenal can be in the 4th position while this is not by chance, Arsenal has experienced an extraordinary increase in performance.
Even if compared to the previous season Arsenal have turned into a different team, this season Arsenal appear more solid, especially towards
the end of the season Arsenal are playing much better. Even though the majority of Arsenal players are still young and also not many star players
in the Arsenal team. Arteta allows Arsenal players to build a very good cooperation, and Arsenal's strength of fighting spirit is very high.
Therefore Arsenal can beat Chelsea who have better quality players, and I think Arsenal really deserve to play in the Champions League next season.
Not that I underestimate Tottenham, but I'm also more inclined to Arsenal, because I think Arsenal are a little bit better than Tottenham.
Moreover, Arsenal are now 2 points ahead of Tottenham, hopefully Arsenal can stay in 4th position until the end of the season.
Arteta's achievements this season are little by little equaling Arsene Wenger's previous achievements now because indeed they were also in the top 4 era at that time Van Persie, Walcot and Arteta himself still had a young age and Arteta implemented this again after he became coach.
I think it's good enough for them if it continues like this, I know it's too optimistic to say they can compete for the title but at least with this they can secure the Top 4
I also see Arsenal's playing style today is almost similar to Arsene Wenger's playing style when he was still Arsenal coach. Therefore it is not
surprising to me that in the end Arteta could slowly make Arsenal back into the top 4, because there are indeed similarities to the style of play
shown by Wenger at that time. If Arteta can continue to develop Arsenal's game for the better, I think it's very possible Arsenal are competing
for the Premier League trophy next season.
Of course Arsenal must strengthen its squad by bringing in several new players to be able to compete next season. But for now it is better for Arsenal
to focus on being in the top 4 until the end of the season, If we look at Arsenal's performance when they beat Chelsea and Man United, I am very
optimistic that Arsenal will be in the top 4 at the end of this season.