If he chose Arsenal over Man City, I’ll resign as a football coach…He’s the player we can’t afford to see him playing for them, they may become undefeatable with him”: Pep Guardiola angered by World-class player’s decision to join Arsenal as Man City increases bid to convince him from Arsenal transfer

I think they’re probably the fifth-best team in the Champions League on that side of the draw,” Ferdinand stated. “I’m not even talking about the whole competition, just the teams they could face in the quarters and semis.”

Arsenal will have to navigate a tough road to the final, as they are set to face either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid in the quarter-finals. Both Spanish giants have proven pedigree in the competition, with Real Madrid being the most successful club in European Cup history and Atletico Madrid boasting a reputation for being a disciplined, defensively solid side under Diego Simeone.

If Arsenal manage to progress past the quarter-finals, they could then face a potential semi-final showdown against one of Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, Aston Villa, or Club Brugge. Each of these teams presents a different kind of challenge, with Liverpool and PSG being seen as two of the most dangerous sides in European football.