Here are some predictions for the top five places in the Premier League and why, in the order they will finish. Each of the teams has made some changes, like every season, and I value the impact of new additions and players who have left the club.
1 – Manchester United
Despite losing to Chelsea in the last game of the season, Man United should be favorites once again this season. With the addition of a proven goalscorer in Javier Hernandez and Fulham defender Chris Smalling, they will win the league this time. Alex Ferguson will be doubly eager to get it right, especially since his reign is ending soon.
Transfer rumours: Joe Cole, Karim Benzema, Wesley Sneijder, Luis Suarez, Jack Rodwell, James Milner
2-Manchester City
Once again, City are expected to do well. They missed the champions league football in almost the final game but they have added some quality experienced players who know how to win. What Mancini needs to do this season is mold players new and old into a winning unit and give them confidence. The recent acquisition of David Silva will give them the necessary firepower up front and make them a very close bet.
Transfer rumours: Fernando Torres, Edin Dzeko, James Milner, Joe Cole, Zlatan Ibrahimovic
3-Chelsea
Carlo Ancelotti proved to be a good manager, winning both the Premier League and the FA Cup in his first season, albeit with the arrival of Yossi Benayoun from Liverpool, replacing fan favorite Joe Cole, and the departure of Ballack and Beletti. , will continue to fight to get the same level of this team. Expect junior players to join the squad this season. Chelsea also appear to be very interested in Fernando Torres, which would be an interesting purchase as he has struggled in this league to show the best form of himself and only performs well in odd matches.
Transfer rumors: Fernando Torres, Neven Subotic, Kaká, Franck Ribéry, Sergio Agüero, James Milner
4 – Arsenal
Arsenal once again had an indifferent season by their standards, doing well against the weaker teams but struggling against the greats. They have brought in a couple of French players, one of whom is a centre-back to replace William Gallas and Sol Campbell. Expect Arsenal to be on the hunt at the end of the season, Arsene Wenger knows what it takes for them to play despite the recent riots, they will be a challenge once again. Wenger is a master at bringing youngsters to the team and expect the same this season.
Transfer rumors: Joe Hart, Hugo Rodellego, Joe Cole, Felipe Melo de Carvalho, Mark Schwarzer, Gary Cahill
5-Tottenham
Spurs did remarkably well to reach last place in the Champions League, being the surprise package in the league. However, this term the teams will know exactly what to expect from them and their path to the top of the league will be much more difficult this season. Harry Redknapp has a reputation as a player dealer but so far this transfer window has seen no activity, although rumors of Joe Cole joining on a free transfer still persist.
Transfer rumours: Steven Peinaar, Eidur Gudjohnsen, Joe Cole, Connor Wickham, Craig Bellamy, Diego Forlan
Other teams that could come out on top are Everton, Aston Villa and Liverpool. I really hope Manchester City pushes the other top teams this season with Mancini having a season under his belt. I’m also pleased to see them do well by making the Premier League a bit more competitive.