Man City, Premier League and Wolves
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As the summer transfer window nears its close, the big question is whether Rodrygo will leave Real Madrid amid fresh links to Liverpool and PSG. Moreover, one report reveals what the Parisians intend
Everton to finish in the top half (+175): We've already gone through the steady building that David Moyes has with Everton, and it could be rewarded with a finish in the top half. A strong defense can be augmented by improvements to the attack, and this team just might challenge for Europe.
Man United's interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba is thought to have cooled, but are now considering alternatives. Elsewhere, Chelsea have made it clear they want two further signings in addition to letting Nicolas Jackson leave,
Wolves have seen two key players depart for Manchester and Stretford over the summer and that will no doubt have an effect. Rayan Ait-Nouri joined the Blues in a £31m deal while Matheus Cunha made the move to Old Trafford for £62.5m.
Haaland, who has scored on the opening day of the Premier League in each of his four seasons, added a third for City on 61 minutes with a powerful finish at the end of another fine move. Rayan Cherki also scored on his league debut for City, firing in a fourth after a clever exchange of passes.
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Liverpool.com on MSNEx-Liverpool star believes Reds' biggest title challenger won't be Arsenal or Man City
Liverpool are looking to defend their Premier League crown this season but will expect fierce competition from the likes of Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea
On the pitch, Arne Slot’s men are favourites to retain their title at 7/4 ahead of Arsenal at 5/2 and Man City at 7/2. Liverpool have spent heavily this summer, with Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez (from Bournemouth, no less) and Floran Wirtz added amongst others for a total of more than £250m. No small thing.
Manchester City enter the new season in myriad unfamiliar ways. They are not going into the new campaign as defending champions after Liverpool emerged victorious last term and prevented Pep Guardiola’s side from winning five Premier League titles on the bounce.