Arsenal are clearly the team to beat in the Premier League this season, but it is difficult to identify the club that will be their main rival when the campaign begins.
The Gunners have been one of the strongest teams in the country over the last few seasons and have worked hard to ensure that they can win silverware again. Now that they have become champions, they could go on a winning run, especially with Pep Guardiola having left Manchester City.
Manchester United Backed to Challenge
Most people would see City or Liverpool as the teams most likely to compete with Arsenal for the top spot in the 2026/2027 season, but Richard Keys has a different opinion.
The former BeIN Sports commentator believes this could be the season that Manchester United challenge for the league title again. He backs Michael Carrick’s side to be the main team competing with Arsenal, despite the strength of the Gunners’ squad.
United have done well since Carrick became their manager, and their progress has made them a team worth watching among Arsenal’s rivals. Their improved performances could give them confidence that they can compete for the biggest prize in English football.
Keys believes the stability United have gained under Carrick could be important as they prepare for the new campaign. He also feels that the return of Marcus Rashford could provide another boost to their challenge.
Keys Explains His Manchester United Prediction
Keys said via the Metro: ‘I think United because they’ve had half a season or more, they’ve settled.
‘I’m not an enormous admirer of Marcus Rashford but I think he’s a player and getting him back is a bonus.’
United will therefore enter the season with renewed belief after their progress under Carrick. While Arsenal remain the obvious team to beat, Keys believes United have the potential to emerge as their main challengers.
The Gunners will be expected to defend their league crown, but United’s improvement means Arsenal may face a serious challenge from Carrick’s side. Their performances at the start of the campaign will show whether Keys’ prediction can become a reality.
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