Ian Darke's 2025-26 Premier League preview: Chelsea to contend? Will Man United rebound?
Briefly

Squads are rapidly forming ahead of the Premier League season kickoff. Liverpool is set to host Bournemouth at Anfield in nine days. Last season, Arsenal finished second with the league's best defense, conceding only 34 goals, and have bolstered their attack. Players like Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP are expected to significantly impact their goal-scoring. Manchester City faltered last season, while Manchester United and Tottenham finished low in the standings, signaling potential shifts in the league dynamics as the new season approaches.
Squads are taking shape fast ahead of the Premier League curtain being raised in nine days' time, when Liverpool host Bournemouth at Anfield.
Last season, Arsenal had the league's best defense, conceding just 34 goals, and their attack has been significantly strengthened with new players.
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