Former Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood has backed Manchester United to finish above rivals Arsenal at the end of the season.
The Red Devils and the Gunners recently emerged with a 1-1 draw in their Premier League fixture at Old Trafford. Things continued on a disappointing note for United, who have now registered only two wins in their first Premier League outings.
Yet, Sherwood believes that if Solskjaer can have his players fit in time, they could give Arsenal a tough time in the race for the top four.
“To answer your question: I would probably say, at the death, United when they get some bodies fit.”
“I’m not being biased [against Arsenal]; it’s 50/50 if I’m being honest. I wouldn’t want to put any of my pounds on it and I wouldn’t want to put your money on it.”
“But I just think it might be Manchester United with the pace they have and their counter-attack, and I think it might be a bit more solid with their defence.”
“I think they might just edge it with what they’ve got on the counter and what they’ve got defensively. And the goalkeeper is top-drawer.”
“Frank [Lampard] is rebuilding at Chelsea. It’s a real shame but it’s a transition period for all three clubs [Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal. I would say, Tottenham included, come out from Man City and Liverpool and they’ve all gone the wrong way.”
“No one is getting closer; it’s difficult getting closer but I think they’ve all deteriorated somewhat. It’s definitely looking like a two-horse race now.”
Arsenal will face Standard Liege in the Europa League next as United get ready to take on AZ Alkmaar.
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