“We didn’t like last season from a broadcasting point of view because, with a month to go, everything was concluded. But this season, everything is up for grabs. We’ve seen Liverpool win today [4-2 vs Burnley], the title race is neck-and-neck.
“The race for the top four in terms of the third and fourth positions has just become incredibly tight. Two weeks ago, I would have said it was one place for three teams. Now, it is definitely two places for four. Tottenham are back in it and that is a big thing. I couldn’t call it at this moment in time.
“I can look at that period for Manchester United – they could have a quarter-final and semi-final of the FA Cup and two Champions League games crammed in with City, Chelsea and Everton in two-week period. That’s a great opportunity but a massive challenge.
“Arsenal’s looks the best by a mile. I’m confident because I don’t believe today [for Manchester United] is anything other than a blip. The biggest worry is looking at that period in April, particularly with the injuries that are being picked up. But it’s exciting. We have to thank our lucky stars as Manchester United fans that we’re involved! It was depressing before. Now at least there’s something to look forward to.”