Raheem Sterling's arrival from Manchester City shows the pulling power of Chelsea while Kalidou Koulibaly has long been touted as one of the game's finest defenders. It's never dull at Chelsea but a different type of turbulence played out this summer with a new owner in Todd Boehly and the hindrance of Barcelona seemingly intent on stealing big transfer targets away in the shape of Raphinha and Jules Kounde.Ĭhelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has also expressed various levels of discontent but this is a club that seems to thrive on instability and aggravation once the season starts. Top four and a trophy for Spurs as long as they keep Mr Conte happy. Croatia international Ivan Perisic will bring experience, quality and versatility. Richarlison, at £60m from Everton, gives an already stellar attack another dimension and added depth while Yves Bissouma was outstanding for Brighton in midfield last season. I share the big expectations for Spurs this season because they are now in the hands of one of the world's great coaches in Antonio Conte who will give - and demand - a winning mentality this club has lacked.Ĭonte has also convinced chairman Daniel Levy that deals are best done early so there has been some serious squad strengthening. Premier League: Who can challenge Man City & Liverpool in the title race?.Watch out for Fabio Carvalho making an impact - a serious talent at Fulham last season. Sadio Mane is a very obvious loss but striker Darwin Nunez comes from Benfica with a huge reputation and has already shown what he will offer.
LiverpoolĪ truly outstanding season last time out ended with them missing out on the title on the final day, losing the Champions League final to Real Madrid but winning the FA Cup and League Cup, both on penalties against Chelsea.Įxpect them to fight on all fronts again this term and challenge City all the way, securing at least one trophy. ‘He’s a generational talent’ – Why signing Haaland is huge for Manchester City 2. Guardiola has said farewell to key components of their successes in Raheem Sterling, Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko but City do not look any weaker than last season.
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He is proven high class and was one of the most coveted strikers in world football.Įngland midfielder Kalvin Phillips is also an ideal replacement for Fernandinho, while Jack Grealish will be better for one full season under Pep Guardiola. The signing of Erling Haaland solves the one main flaw in a magnificent side, namely a tendency not to convert so many of the chances they create. Manchester City have been Premier League champions four of the past five seasons and I expect another straight fight with Liverpool to end with them on top again. Phil McNulty's predicted 2022-23 Premier League positions at a glance How did Phil McNulty get on last season?.This season, forecasting those who will go down is a particularly hazardous occupation - as is this whole enterprise - but here goes.
Getting my excuses in first? Well, there is still almost a month of the transfer window to go.
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