Brentford manager Thomas Frank has admitted that he believes Liverpool are a level above Arsenal and are 'huge favourites' to win the Premier League.

The Gunners were handed late disappointment prior to their showdown with Aston Villa after Darwin Nunez scored twice to earn the league leaders a late win away at Brentford. Arne Slot's side looked set to be denied the chance to extend their lead at the summit as the Bees frustrated the title-chasers.

If Brentford had denied Liverpool, Arsenal would have had the chance to reduce the deficit in the title race to two points with a win over Aston Villa. However, the Uruguayan striker netted twice in stoppage time to secure a late win for the Anfield club.

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Speaking after the late disappointment, Frank talked up Liverpool's title challenge in a strong admission that Arsenal fans may not want to hear. He said: "Yes. I think we just played City and Arsenal and now Liverpool, in a short amount of time.

"For me they're a level above the two teams. They're complete. Their work ethic, the way they track back, are good indicators. They're so good all over the pitch.

"Such a threat going forward. These are really, really good. It's the best team in the Premier League and the world. They're huge favourites to win it [the title]."

Arsenal looked well on their way to reducing the arrears to the pace-setters after Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz were on target either side of half-time. However, Unai Emery's side fought back with two goals in eight minutes after Youri Tielemans sparked the fightback, before Ollie Watkins levelled with over 20 minutes remaining.

Mikel Arteta's side could claim the points and had a late goal chalked off after Mikel Merino's volley deflected off Havertz's hand late on.