Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has named three clubs he believes are firmly in the Premier League title race.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ferdinand said Aston Villa should be regarded as genuine contenders alongside Arsenal and Manchester City. However, he noted that City hold a clear edge due to their experience in winning the league.
Responding to a question on whether Villa are serious title challengers, Ferdinand said they deserve to be included in the conversation.
“They have to be. Don’t you think they are?” he said. “My only concern when comparing them with Arsenal and Manchester City is experience. City are the only team that know how to win it, and that gives them an advantage.”
Arsenal currently sit top of the Premier League table with 36 points, two points ahead of Manchester City, while Aston Villa are close behind on 33 points.
