But with Manchester United already in 4th place and slowly looking to have picked a winning momentum. With last back-to-back victories in the Premier league against Brighton and Leeds United respectively.
It could then mean only Arsenal and Tottenham may be pondering on how to challenge the red devil's into last Champions league positions. But with Londoners Spurs and Gunners set to face each other later in the season.
Arteta's men may surely be worried with what Conte's troops are capable of doing especially. After the three defeats in a row then, suddenly bounced back with a win over a team which is playing really well in all the competitions.
Which had gone to Sporting Lisbon and scored five in a Champions league fixture. There is a force to be as well recognised in that Tottenham team. And when it comes to London rivalry it will be even complicated for Arteta.
Another reason is that Mikel lacks the same level of experience as Conte. Who won the Premier league in last time in England with Chelsea. Lastly their reverse encounter is expected to take place at Spurs soil in a huge advantage to the Italian manager.