'Elephants don't give birth to crocodiles' - Oliseh doubts Arsenal's chances of winning Premier League

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has played down Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League title this season, questioning the winning mentality of both the team and their manager, Mikel Arteta.

The Gunners currently sit top of the Premier League table with 16 points from their opening seven matches, one point ahead of second-placed Liverpool.

Despite their promising start, Oliseh believes Arsenal are not favourites to win the Premier League.

The former Nigerian international suggested that Arsenal and other top clubs are only confident because of City's current struggles.

"All these teams are vying for the title because Man City is struggling. That's the only reason and that's why they are all making noise," Oliseh said on YouTube.

"That's why you can hear any other team, Arsenal, Chelsea, saying we are going to win the title."

Oliseh, however, argued that Arsenal lack the championship mentality required to go all the way, insisting that winning is a habit developed over time.

"The problem with Arsenal is the fact that Elephants don't give birth to crocodiles. Winning or the mentality of winning is something that you build," he added.

The former Juventus and Ajax star also cast doubt on Arteta's ability to lead the London side to glory, pointing to his limited success as a player.

"I have no beef against Arteta but sometimes when I look at him I ask myself this question as a player how many titles did he win?"

Arsenal had came close to ending their long title drought in recent seasons but ultimately fell short, finishing behind Manchester City and Liverpool.

The North London club will be hoping to maintain their early momentum and finally reclaim the Premier League crown for the first time since the 2003/04 'Invincibles' season.

Adeyemi Adewale

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