Premier League 2024/25: Who's in the running for the title?

Defending champions Manchester City hope to continue their Premier League dominance next season, after becoming the first team to win the league title on four consecutive occasions in the 2023/2024 season. However, European football powerhouses like Arsenal and Liverpool hope to end Mancity's impressive run next season by clinching the title.

Besides Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are strong contenders for the Premier League title and the top four. But who will stop Manchester City's quest for their fifth consecutive title?

Here's a preview of the Premier League's top three title contenders for the 2024/2025 season based on predictions from a trusted source for football analytics and expert tips.

Manchester City

After recording their fourth consecutive Premier League title win last season, Manchester City head into the 2024/2025 season as the bookmakers' favorite. The Citizens are hoping to record their fifth consecutive win next season, but they can expect strong opposition from Liverpool and Arsenal.

Pep Guardiola's side has mainly concentrated on trimming their team in the summer transfer window, with five players leaving the team. However, the Citizens have brought in Troyes winger Savinho to give competition to Phil Foden, Grealish, and Jeremy Doku.

The Brazilian is a valuable addition to the squad, after ranking second for most take-ons while with Girona on loan during the 2023/2024 season. As such, football experts tip Manchester City to rank among the top two.

Arsenal

Arsenal hastaken their game to the next level following the arrival of Declan Rice at Emirates Stadium, but couldn't maintain the near-perfection performance needed to outrank Manchester City last season. However, the Gunners are tipped to give the Citizens a tough time next season after finishing second in the Premier League rankings last season.

The signing of defender Riccardo Calafiori will bolster the already strong backline, but the Gunners need a proven goal scorer in their attempt to clinch the title next season. Nonetheless, the Gunners are expected to remain among the top contenders for the Silverware even if the Premier League title proves out of reach.

Liverpool

Arne Slot will go through a hard time trying to replace Jurgen Klopp next season, but the former Feyenoord coach is eager to prove his worth after inheriting an outstanding team from his successor. The Reds have a list of world-class players, with Mohamed Salah being the most valuable player on their squad alongside goalkeeper Alison, Trent Alexander Arnold, and captain Virgil van Dijk.

Liverpool's new manager will also have a young brigade at his disposal and it might be the breakout season for youngster Harvey Elliot. However, Martin Zubimendi's choice to remain at Real Sociedad could prove to be a major hit for Liverpool, although they have remained strong in their pre-season campaign.

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