Gary Neville believes Arsenal will not squander their chance to win the Premier League after moving closer to the title with victory over Burnley

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has backed Arsenal to end their 22-year wait for the Premier League title, insisting the Gunners are too close to let the opportunity slip away.

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Neville made the remarks after Arsenal secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Burnley, a result that moved Mikel Arteta’s side five points clear of defending champions Manchester City at the top of the table.

The win leaves Arsenal on the brink of a first league crown since 2004, with City needing a victory away at Bournemouth on Wednesday to keep the title race alive.

Speaking on his Sky Sports podcast, Neville said winning the Premier League against a Guardiola-led Manchester City side would elevate Arteta into the ranks of elite managers.

“If Mikel Arteta becomes a champion manager, it’s a game changer,” Neville said.

“The fact that they can go the distance and they can beat a Guardiola Manchester City team to a title, that is no mean feat.”

The former England defender added that Arsenal now appear firmly in control of their destiny.

“They’re on the brink now, and I can’t see how they’re going to waste this opportunity,” he said.

Arteta has transformed Arsenal into genuine title contenders in recent seasons, building a youthful and competitive squad capable of challenging Europe’s top teams.

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The North London club will now await Manchester City’s result against Bournemouth as they edge closer to reclaiming the Premier League trophy.