Manchester United still seriously lack quality in the squad, and if they hope for a revitalization under Louis van Gaal, they need to make moves in the transfer market, and fast.
Manuel Pellegrini won the Premier League title last season, but with so many expectations at the club, they haven’t backed up their lofty goals in the summer window.
Brendan Rodgers is hoping that last year was a sign of long-term success and not simply capturing lightning in a bottle. But with fewer elements of chance on their side, can they maintain their table-topping form?
Sam Allardyce has a black cloud over his head after a dip in form at the end of last season, but with some good business this summer, West Ham should expect another mid-table finish.
Spurs look to become more of a team than they managed last year, but with Mauricio Pochettino now in charge the question remains the same as it has the last few years: can they crack the top four?