Can Mikel Arteta surpass Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal legacy? Former Gunner backs Spaniard to win four Premier League titles

Mikel Arteta has already ended Arsenal’s long wait for Premier League glory, but could the Spaniard go even further and surpass Arsene Wenger’s legendary record?

Former Gunners midfielder Stefan Schwarz certainly believes so, insisting Arteta now has the belief, experience and squad to build a dynasty at the Emirates Stadium after finally delivering the club’s first league title since the famous “Invincibles” season.

Arteta ends Arsenal’s title drought

Arteta guided Arsenal to their first Premier League crown since the historic 2003-04 campaign, ending years of frustration after three consecutive runner-up finishes.

The triumph also saw the Gunners match the achievement of Wenger’s iconic Invincibles by reclaiming the English title after more than two decades.

Wenger won three Premier League titles during his remarkable 22-year reign in north London, overseeing legendary teams featuring Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Patrick Vieira and Robert Pires.

Arteta’s current squad, built around stars such as Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Magalhães, is widely regarded as one of Europe’s strongest, with further investment expected in upcoming transfer windows.

‘The hardest title is always the first’

Speaking to GOAL in association with Betinia, Schwarz believes lifting the first league title removes the biggest psychological hurdle and could pave the way for sustained success.

“I think the hardest one is always the first one.

“They have been very close over the previous three years, so winning it gives the players confidence and belief.

“They’ve done it now. They know they’re capable of doing it, so mentally they’ll be much stronger because they’re no longer chasing something unknown.”

Schwarz believes championship-winning experience could prove decisive in future title races.

“To win the Premier League you need to know how to suffer.

“It’s not the brilliant performances that make you champions. It’s the difficult matches where you don’t play well but still find a way to win.

“That’s what makes the difference.”

Arsenal have everything needed to dominate

Schwarz also believes Arsenal are perfectly positioned to challenge for more major honours under Arteta.

“I believe the squad is very good.

“They have the right manager, and everything points towards a very positive future.”

With Arsenal also chasing a first-ever UEFA Champions League title, many believe the current squad still has room to grow.

Arteta focused on earning his future

Despite the growing praise, Arteta insists he is only concerned with proving himself every single day.

The Arsenal manager recently explained:

“The manager has to earn the right to be here tomorrow.

“It’s about how you react, how you speak, how you lead the dressing room and whether the players continue to follow you.”

When asked whether he could match Wenger’s longevity, Arteta highlighted the importance of support from both the club hierarchy and his players.

“I’ve always said you need support from the ownership and the board.

“But the most important people are the players.

“For six years I’ve seen a group with incredible attention, desire to learn and commitment to giving everything for the team.

“That’s what keeps me in this job. Nothing else.

“And, of course, winning football matches. That’s the only way you survive at a club like Arsenal.”

Having finally delivered the Premier League trophy Arsenal craved, Arteta’s next challenge is turning one title into an era of sustained dominance—something only a select few managers in English football history have achieved.