Arsenal legend Paul Merson believes that his old side can still finish above north London rivals Tottenham to clinch fourth place despite the contrasting form of both sides. Spurs have won their last four in a row, whilst Mikel Arteta’s side have suffered back to back defeats.
Spurs’ recent upswing in results has seen them open up a three-point gap over fifth-placed Arsenal, but the Gunners have a game in hand. However, they have been hit by several injuries to key players, with Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey unlikely to play again this season. They also failed to strengthen their squad in January.
Meanwhile, Spurs, who were active in the January window, owe much of their improved form to the acquisitions of Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur. The former Juventus duo have established themselves as key players under Conte and have been integral parts of their top-four push.
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