Depending on how Arsenal and Mikel Arteta solve their Gabriel Jesus conundrum, the Gunners have a serious shot at this season's Premier League title. The Gunners have, so far, surpassed nearly all challenges and expectations this season but will have to overcome another 28 to bring league success to north London.
Ahead of Monday's Premier League return clash against West Ham, Arsenal find themselves five points clear of Manchester City at the top of the tree. Prior to the World Cup, the Gunners defeated 12 of their first 14 opponents, failing to secure maximum points against only Manchester United and Southampton.
Arteta's side though have been dealt a number of serious blows to their season aspirations during the mid-season break. Gabriel Jesus is expected to be sidelined for at least three months while Reiss Nelson faces a period of "weeks not days" out of action after being forced off in last week's friendly with Juventus.
