Premier League Preview: Pundits Draw Battle Lines as Transfers and Rule Tweaks Reshape the Race

Arsenal are the bookmakers’ favourites to defend their first title in 22 years, but the Premier League’s biggest narrative is the reshuffling of the pack behind them. Jamie Carragher has already ruled out Liverpool and Manchester United, tipping Manchester City’s new boss Enzo Maresca to spring a surprise. Ally McCoist, meanwhile, sees Chelsea as dark horses after Xabi Alonso’s arrival and a £117 million move for Morgan Rogers. With City splashing a...