22 Years The Inside Story of Arsenal’s Title-Winning Season
By Isaan Khan
They were labelled ‘bottlers’. Season after season, they came tantalisingly close to triumph without ever making good on their promise. But as Declan Rice asserted after a potentially season-defining defeat to Manchester City: ‘It’s not done.’ Now Arsenal are Premier League champions after twenty-two long years – and this is the exclusive story of how Mikel Arteta finally transformed the Gunners into winners.
Written by the Daily Mail’s award-winning Arsenal correspondent, Isaan Khan, the book reveals how Arteta got the club over the line after more than six years of toil and setbacks. Covering Arsenal day to day over the tumultuous and historic 2025–26 season, Khan witnessed their efforts both on and off the field. He offers an unprecedented insight into Arteta’s leadership, from ruthlessly discarding big egos early in his reign and navigating fan unrest in private to candid talks with co-chair Josh Kroenke and the hidden moments he shared with players behind closed doors. Drawing on conversations from inside the training ground, Khan also explains what’s really behind Arsenal’s attacking play, including the team’s mastery of set-pieces and a back line drilled to obsessive detail.
Here is the definitive account of a tenure that returned Arsenal to the summit of world football, from nearly-men to champions. Authoritative, celebratory and packed with detail from key sources, 22 Years takes readers inside the Emirates like never before.
Reviews
“This is a compelling behind-the-scenes story of Arsenal’s first title win for a generation. Written by a reporter who was there every step of the way with the team, it is distinguished by an attention to detail and a talent for observation that takes the reader to the heart of the drama.”
Oliver Holt, Daily Mail, chief sports writer
“Isaan Khan delivers anecdotes and nuggets from behind the scenes; he’s also there for every game and every press conference, following the club day-in and day-out. What makes Isaan’s insight brilliant is that he always looks for something different and away from the norm. That’s why this is a must-read. It’s about the untold stories in Arsenal’s remarkable season.”
John Cross, Daily Mirror, chief football writer
“Insightful, well sourced and expertly told, 22 Years takes readers inside Arsenal’s long-awaited return to Premier League glory. Isaan Khan’s close-up coverage of Mikel Arteta’s side makes this a fascinating account of the club’s journey back to the summit.”
Dharmesh Sheth, Sky Sports News, presenter and reporter
“A detailed account of Arsenal’s winning season, written by a talented reporter.”
Matt Lawton, The Times, chief sports correspondent
“An extremely detailed story of the season from a writer who followed Arsenal every step of the way.”
Amy Lawrence, author of 89 and Invincible: Inside Arsenal's Unbeaten 2003–2004 Season
“An insightful read about one of the world’s biggest clubs by one of the UK’s most talented young sports journalists.”
Adam Crafton, The Athletic, sports reporter
“A definitive account of Arsenal’s title-winning season. Forensic, revealing, honest and at times amusing, this book takes you inside a landmark chapter in the club’s modern history. The insight into Mikel Arteta’s mentality and authority is precious. An essential read for fans of Arsenal and beyond.”
David Ornstein, The Athletic, football correspondent
“One of the best young football reporters around has written one of the best football books of the year. Full of detail and insight.”
Henry Winter
“Loved this book… perfectly encapsulates all the drama, tension, emotion and ultimate explosion of joy in Arsenal’s incredible drought-ending season.”
Piers Morgan
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- Hardback, 256 pages
- ISBN: 9781837360864
- 25 August 2026
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