Former Arsenal and Chelsea star Emmanuel Petit has shared his predictions for the upcoming 2026-27 Premier League campaign, identifying a fierce rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool for the fourth-place finish. As the new season prepares to kick off this Friday, August 21, with defending champions Arsenal hosting Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium, the landscape of the league remains highly competitive despite recent managerial changes across several clubs.
Petit, who played for the Gunners between 1997 and 2000, discussed his outlook during a recent interview with Grosvenor Sport. While he views Arsenal as the most settled side capable of securing the title, he anticipates that the race for the final top-four position will be defined by the direct contest between the Red Devils and the Reds.
In other developments at Anfield, Serie A champions Inter Milan have reached an agreement to sign Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones. The Italian club is set to pay Andoni Iraola’s side £30 million for the 25-year-old. Jones, who is currently in the final year of his contract, has made 228 appearances for his boyhood club, contributing 22 goals and 25 assists while securing eight trophies during his tenure.
Should Liverpool finalize the departure of Jones this summer, the club is expected to provide increased first-team opportunities to teenage prospect Trey Nyoni. This transfer move marks a significant shift in the Reds’ midfield composition as they head into the new season under new leadership. The report also notes that they are likely to hand talented teenager Trey Nyoni more first-team minutes this term, should the Anfield team part ways with Jones this summer.
