“I Very Much Doubt It” : Graeme Souness Gives Verdict On Man Utd Title Chances

Sky Sports pundit and former Liverpool midfielder Graeme Souness has given his verdict on Manchester United‘s title chances, and doesn’t believe Erik ten Hag’s side can pip Arsenal and Manchester City to the trophy.

Ahead of Manchester United’s Premier League tie at home to Leicester City, they sit 3rd in the table, eight points behind league-leaders Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta’s side defeated Aston Villa over the weekend, but looked certain to drop two points before Emiliano Martinez turned the ball into his own-net and Gabriel Martinelli added a fourth.

Manchester City dropped two points away in the East Midlands. Chris Wood’s late effort for Nottingham Forest secured a 1-1 draw at the City Ground leaving Pep Guardiola’s side two points behind Arsenal in second.

Arsenal, of course, had been on a poor run of form ahead of the Villa clash, having been on a four game winless streak in all competitions.

Erik ten Hag’s side are one fo the more in-form teams in England at the minute, still within touching distance of City and Arsenal. This rose debates in the media, with many questioning whether the Red Devils are still in with a shot at the league title.

Graeme Souness’ Comments

Ahead of Man Utd against Leicester on Sunday afternoon, Graeme Souness was asked for his opinion on United’s title chances.

“No it’s not impossible, but I very much doubt it.” he said.

“Several things would have to happen.

“Both City and Arsenal would have to have an incredible collapse – enough to fall off the cliff – I don’t think that will happen.

“From United’s point of view, for them to continue to win games they’ll have to keep the main man fit, Marcus Rashford.

“22 goals already this year, five goals last year, and he isn’t finished. Keep him fit and they have a chance, but I have to say both Arsenal and Manchester City, they won’t collapse, not in that manner.”

🗣️ "I very much doubt it"

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— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) February 19, 2023

Premier League Title Odds

• Manchester City @ 10/11
• Arsenal @ 11/10
• Manchester United @ 14/1
• Newcastle United @ 250/1
• Liverpool @ 400/1

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