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Could Arsenal secure the elusive quadruple?! Assessing Mikel Arteta's ambitious Arsenal squad

Former 'Invincibles' squad member Jeremie Aliadiere shares insights on Arsenal's quest for an unprecedented quadruple, explaining why they won't settle for just a Premier League title triumph. With a strong squad and manager behind them, Arsenal aim to compete on all fronts.

Could Arsenal secure the elusive quadruple?! Assessing Mikel Arteta's ambitious Arsenal squad

Arsenal remain in the hunt for an unprecedented quadruple, with former ‘Invincibles’ squad member Jeremie Aliadiere telling GOAL why the Gunners would not “swap” three of those trophies for a guaranteed Premier League title triumph. The Frenchman is of the opinion that domestic dominance can be restored at Emirates Stadium while collecting multiple pieces of major silverware.Despite enduring the odd wobble of late, Arsenal remain five points clear at the top of the Premier League table with nine games left. They are also into the Carabao Cup final, fifth round of the FA Cup and last 16 of the Champions League - where they will face Bayer Leverkusen.Only two English teams - Manchester rivals United and City - have won a Treble during the Premier League era. Arsenal are in a position where they could go one better and sweep the board, rewriting the history books in the process.There is no suggestion that the Gunners will be prioritising one competition over another, with the plan being to remain competitive on every front. Aliadiere - who helped Arsenal to their last league title in 2003-04 - believes wild celebrations will be sparked in north London.Quizzed on whether the Gunners would give up three trophies in order to end their 22-year wait for the Premier League crown, Aliadiere - speaking in association with betting zonder cruks - told GOAL: “That is a tough question! I probably wouldn’t. I do believe we have got the squad to win more than just the Premier League. “I really do think that we will win the Premier League and do feel that we have got another one or two in there as well. I probably wouldn’t take that swap. I really believe in the squad, the manager, the staff, everybody at the club. I believe we have got more than just the Premier League in the tank.”William Saliba is a prominent member of the Arsenal squad that has his eyes on many prizes this season, with the France international defender boldly telling reporters when asked if Mikel Arteta’s side can sustain bids for silverware at home and abroad: “Yeah, of course, we want to win every competition. We have the squad for that, we have the coach for that. So, yeah, we have to keep going and obviously be focused on every competition.“Yeah, of course, we have a good squad this season. We have a lot of good players. Every player who doesn't start can start as well. They are the level to start the games as well. So, yeah, everyone is ready, everyone is ready to step up when we need it.”While those taking to the field are happy to air big ambition, Arteta has sought to calm expectations at the Emirates. He has said of a record-breaking quadruple bid: “Has it been done? That's how difficult it is. Let’s go game by game, let's try to earn the right to continue to be there until the last stage of every competition, and then we'll see what happens.“[I don't focus on thinking about] the outcome, not so much. I focus a lot on what we have to do to continue in the manner and the trajectory that we are as a team, and from there, obviously, try to improve it.”Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingOne former Gunner, Bacary Sagna, believes that Arsenal can savour European glory for the first time in 2026. He has told GOAL of conquering continental football: “I think, yes, they have a chance to win the Champions League. They were really close last year to performing and competing. I think they have a chance this season, first of all to qualify. They have done that already. Maybe that will put less pressure on them and they will be able to rotate a bit more and rest some players.“They have been doing amazingly in the Champions League and can afford to rotate more now. It’s the right time for them to make a statement as potential challengers for the Champions League.”Arsenal have a Premier League date with Brighton and an FA Cup clash with League One side Mansfield before attention turns to Champions League matters again and the first leg of their last-16 showdown with Leverkusen on March 11. They will be at Wembley for a meeting with Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final on March 22.

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Arsenal's Pursuit of the Quadruple

Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, are on course to achieve something no English club has done before - the quadruple. With a five-point lead in the Premier League, a Carabao Cup final, FA Cup progress, and a Champions League clash against Bayer Leverkusen on the horizon, the Gunners have their sights set on rewriting history.

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Ambition and Confidence in the Squad

Former player Jeremie Aliadiere and current defender William Saliba both express unwavering faith in Arsenal's ability to win multiple trophies this season. Aliadiere firmly believes that the club has 'more than just the Premier League in the tank,' highlighting the depth and quality of the squad.

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Arteta's Approach and Managing Expectations

While the players and fans dream of quadruple success, manager Mikel Arteta remains grounded, focusing on taking it one game at a time. He acknowledges the challenges of such a feat and emphasizes the importance of staying focused and continuing to improve as a team.

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European Glory on the Horizon?

Former Gunner Bacary Sagna is optimistic about Arsenal's Champions League chances, suggesting that they could make a statement in the competition this season. With the squad's depth and ability to rotate, the Gunners could mount a serious challenge on the European stage.

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Upcoming Fixtures and Challenges

Arsenal's busy schedule includes a Premier League clash with Brighton, an FA Cup tie against Mansfield, and the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. The Gunners face a pivotal Champions League last-16 clash with Leverkusen, where their quadruple aspirations will face another test.

Published on Mar 3, 2026