Arsenal have heavily backed Mikel Arteta financially as the club seek to end their wait for a Premier League title. The Gunners boasted a five-point lead at the top of the table after their emphatic 4-1 win in the north London derby last weekend.

It was a welcome result for Arsenal, not only to claim bragging rights over Spurs but also to serve as a perfect response after their disappointing draw to Wolves. The team came under scrutiny after letting a two-goal lead slip, leading to mounting pressure on the league leaders.

Although Arteta is seeking to end a 22-year title drought, there is a sense of expectation that Arsenal ought to get over the line this term, particularly as other contenders have faltered. As the club prepare to face Chelsea on Sunday, there is no doubt that the club have backed the manager through the salaries that the Gunners are willing to pay compared to their London rivals.

Arsenal’s wage bill is reportedly the second-highest in the league, behind only Manchester City. This means that Arsenal...