The new Premier League season is here, with Arsenal starting as our favourites and Manchester United our pick to push them closest.
Our predicted top five is Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City.
Arsenal’s stability gives them the advantage, while United could surprise after a promising campaign. Chelsea’s new project under Xabi Alonso is one to watch, with Liverpool also facing a fresh start.
Coaches to watch:
Carrick — Manchester United: A chance to prove his ideas can deliver consistently.
De Zerbi — Tottenham: Can he turn Spurs into serious European contenders?
Lampard — Coventry: One of the young coaches looking to make a bigger mark.
Oliver Glasner — Nottingham Forest: A proven winner facing a new challenge.
Pierre Sage — Crystal Palace: Tasked with maintaining Palace’s recent rise.
Young players to watch:
Ethan Nwaneri — Arsenal: Ready for a bigger role.
Kobbie Mainoo — Manchester United: Looking to rediscover his best level.
Estevão — Chelsea: One of the most exciting young attackers around.
Lewis Miley — Newcastle: A midfielder with huge potential.
Archie Gray — Tottenham: Versatile, composed and still developing.
Our call: Arsenal to lift the trophy, with United finishing second.
