Bukayo Saka says Arsenal have finally built the squad capable of winning the Premier League title after three straight seasons of near misses. Speaking after the Gunners’ 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace, which took them four points clear at the top, Saka believes this campaign could be different for Mikel Arteta’s men. Softfootball reported that the club had been working to secure Saka’s long-term future, a sign of just how crucial he remains to Arsenal’s title ambitions.
The 24-year-old has seen Arsenal finish second in three consecutive seasons—twice behind Manchester City and once behind Liverpool. But with the team now showing greater resilience and balance, Saka feels things have changed. As posted on the Premier League’s official X account, he said:
When you are an Arsenal player, there’s always talk about where we will finish. This season we are stronger, and even with injuries, everyone who comes in keeps the level high.
That belief reflects the maturity Saka has developed over the years, something he spoke about in Softootball’s earlier feature highlighting his growing leadership role within the squad.
Saka pointed out that Arsenal have started winning tough away games that once tripped them up. He said:
Matches like Newcastle away used to be difficult for us, but this year we got the result. It’s early, though. I have learnt that the key part of the season is in April, when you need to be first.
Marking his 200th Arsenal appearance this month, Saka reached 100 Premier League goal involvements, becoming the second-youngest player to achieve the feat for the club after Cesc Fabregas. He said:
It’s a big milestone, but I’m always hungry for more. I have grown from a boy to a man here, and I want to help the club win the biggest trophies.
He shared a similar sentiment in Softootball’s exclusive piece, where he spoke about his drive to keep improving and creating history at Arsenal.
Arsenal host Brighton in the EFL Cup on Wednesday before visiting Burnley in the Premier League. With momentum on their side, Saka believes the squad now has the quality and mindset to go all the way and bring the title back to North London.
