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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Key People
Andoni Iraola is a football manager who was a target for Crystal Palace.
Enzo Maresca is a former football manager and player.
Liam Rosenior is the head coach of Chelsea FC.
Michael Carrick is a former professional football player and current manager.
Mikel Arteta is the head coach of Arsenal.
Roberto de Zerbi is the manager of Tottenham Hotspur.
William Saliba is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender.
Xabi Alonso is a former footballer and current manager known for his success in football both as a player and coach.
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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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