Predicted Premier League table and where Liverpool, Tottenham, Man Utd and Newcastle United will finish
Toby Bryant
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A season of excitement may ultimately culminated in relegation, say Opta. (Photo: Getty Images)
An unconvincing point against Chelsea on the opening day of the season already feels lightyears ago for a rejuvenated Liverpool who have won four on the bounce in the Premier League.
After a mass exodus this summer and the loss of key stars in Jordan Henderson, Roberto Firmino and Fabinho, there were worries about how the Reds would bounce back from a disappointing fifth-placed showing last term.
So far, Jurgen Klopp's side look the real deal and supporters are beginning to feel the first signs of belief that a title challenge against Manchester City may once again be on the cards. With the help of Opta, LiverpoolWorld looks at the predicted final Premier League table this season to see if the stats experts think Liverpool fans have reason for optimism this year.
Sheffield United look set for a relegation battle this season. (Photo: Getty Images)
Sean Dyche steered Everton away from relegation last season, but can he do it again? (Photo: Getty Images)
Survival would be a successful season for Vincent Kompany and Burnley. (Photo: Getty Images)
A season of consolidation on the south coast for Bournemouth. (Photo: Getty Images)
Mid-table for a Wolves side who had been written off early by some. (Photo: Getty Images)
Nottingham Forest have been buoyed by an in-form Taiwo Awoniyi this term. (Photo: Getty Images)
A drop down to the bottom half this season is expected for Fulham. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Mauricio Pochettino era may be a slightly slower start than expected. (Photo: Getty Images)
Roy Hodgson to manage another respectable finish in a year without Wilfried Zaha. (Photo: Getty Images)
Brentford look strong this season even with Ivan Toney absent. (Photo: Getty Images)
It’s only one loss so far this season for David Moyes and West Ham. (Photo: Getty Images)
A finish outside the top for would be disappointing for Manchester United, let alone the prospect of no European football. (Photo: Getty Images)
Same again this season for Aston Villa, according to Opta. (Photo: Getty Images)
Opta predict that European commitments may impact Newcastle United’s final Premier League finish position. (Photo: Getty Images)
Brighton continue to stun big teams under Roberto De Zerbi. (Photo: Getty Images)
Spurs fans are dreaming even bigger than fourth place after a sensational start under Ange Postecoglou. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Gunners may not be the ones to challenge Manchester City this season. (Photo: Getty Images)
Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool look rejuvenated this season. (Photo: Getty Images)
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