Emmanuel Petit believes only one Premier League rival has a squad stronger than Manchester City this season, and his choice may come as a surprise.

A fourth Premier League defeat in succession for Pep Guardiola’s side means they have slipped out of the top four altogether by virtue of an inferior goal difference to Brighton. As a result, Arsenal and Chelsea are now the nearest challengers to the Merseyside outfit as the London pair sit second and third respectively after winning by three-goal margins at the weekend.

Despite their impressive campaign to date, Liverpool could only draw with the Gunners earlier in the season and have actually failed to beat Arsenal in the league since March 2022

To make matters more complicated, Amorim has an issue with balance on the left side of his defence. Left-footed Lisandro Martinez is suspended, which may lead to Luke Shaw being handed his first start of the campaign.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Arsenal (kick-off 20:15 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference: Amorim confirmed that Leny Yoro "could be in the squad" as the defender is in a "good moment" and his "fitness is better".

Arsenal vs Manchester United betting tips. Martin Odegaard to assist a goal - 9/2 William Hill. Arsenal to win, Bukayo Saka anytime scorer, Casemiro carded and over 2.5 goals - 6/