Manchester City midfielder James Milner has insisted that it will take time for the club to win their first Premier League title.

City's hopes of winning the championship were dealt a major blow after losing 1-0 at Arsenal, which has subsequently left them eight points behind rivals Manchester United, and Milner has told the fans that they must be patient.

"We have brought players in and it takes time for them to settle, coming from abroad or from other clubs, and gelling as a team," said Milner.

"We have challenged this season and are still fighting until the end. As a team, to move forwards, to keep improving, you have to work hard and be together for a number of years.

"But it is not over yet. We will keep fighting to the end. Learning is the biggest thing, of being in these positions."

Manchester City host West Bromwich Albion on Wednesday at the Etihad Stadium.