EPL: Merson names team that cannot be ruled out in title race

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EPL: Merson names team that cannot be ruled out in title race

Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has insisted Chelsea should be considered as Premier League title contenders alongside Arsenal and Liverpool.

The Blues are currently in second place, three behind Liverpool who have one outstanding game.

Enzo Maresca’s men could actually go top on Sunday for a few hours if they win at Everton.

On Saturday, Arsenal moved to one point behind Chelsea with an emphatic 5-1 victory at Crystal Palace.

Despite their current league position, Opta currently gives Chelsea only a 5.8% chance of winning the title, while Liverpool lead the way on 80.2%. Arsenal are given a 13.2% chance.

“Well that 5.8 per cent needs to be biggest, whatever happens.

“That does need to be bigger, that’s ridiculous.

“Arsenal are in it, I’d definitely be having Chelsea at more than 5.8 per cent,” Merson said on Sky Sports.