It is too early in the Premier League season to make any strong conclusions, but there are already signs of familiarity. At least seven of the teams currently occupying the top ten would be expected to still be there by the end of May, while the bottom six already looks like it could contain the three sides that will end up relegated.
There would be no surprises either if Manchester City ended up taking first place again. Sitting just below them currently are many of the teams Pep Guardiola has been warning about.
Liverpool look very good under new manager Arne Slot and even if they haven't played brilliantly Newcastle are just two points behind and unbeaten from the opening three games; City expect an improvement from Eddie Howe's men given they no longer have European football to contend with this season. ALSO READ: 'He decided' - Barcelona hit back at Ilkay Gundogan and explain Man City transfer fee ALSO READ: How Pep Guardiola accidentally found Man City's perfect Rodri replacement The same could be said for Brighton, who sit third after three games on the same number of points.
The departure of Roberto De Zerbi could have weakened the Seagulls but they look to have appointed another very good coach and have been one of the biggest spenders this summer as well.
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