Premier League title race opens with managerial changes and injuries
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Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The 2026-27 Premier League season is set to be competitive, featuring managerial changes across key clubs. Three teams from the traditional 'big six' have new managers, with Enzo Maresca taking over at Manchester City, Xabi Alonso at Chelsea, and Andoni Iraola at Liverpool. Arsenal faces challenges as their defender William Saliba is expected to miss an extended period due to a back injury. This injury is a concern as Arsenal begins the season against Aston Villa and Chelsea. Chelsea and Tottenham will not compete in European competitions, which may allow them to focus solely on the league, while Manchester United adjusts to an increased workload from their participation in European football.
- •Manchester City appoints Enzo Maresca after Pep Guardiola's departure.
- •Xabi Alonso takes charge at Chelsea, following a disappointing season.
- •Arsenal's Saliba could miss a significant portion of the season due to injury.
- •Chelsea and Tottenham are not competing in European football this season.
- •Manchester United has acquired new midfielders in response to increased match load.
- 7:01 AMBBC Sport — Four pointers to most open Premier League title race in years
"Three of the Premier League's "big six" have new managers, the champions have a key injury issue and Tottenham and Chelsea are breaking transfer records - and that might mean a very open title race.
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