Premier League 2026/27: Arsenal lead the title market ahead of Man City and Liverpool as the new season approaches.
The dust has barely settled on the 2025/26 campaign, but attention has already turned to the new Premier League season, with bookmakers installing Arsenal as the early favourites to retain their crown.
After ending their 22-year wait for the title last season, Mikel Arteta's side head into 2026/27 as the team to beat. However, a summer of managerial changes, blockbuster transfers and post-World Cup uncertainty means the title race looks more open than it has for years.
Who is the Favourite to Win the Premier League?
Arsenal deserve to start the season at the head of the betting after finally getting over the line last year, but this feels like the most unpredictable Premier League title race in some time.
Manchester City are adapting to life after Guardiola, Liverpool are beginning a new era under Iraola, Chelsea have entrusted Alonso with their long-term project, and Manchester United continue their resurgence under Carrick.
With several elite clubs entering the campaign under new management and the transfer window still open, the outright market could yet shift significantly. For now, though, Arsenal remain the team everyone else has to catch.
Latest Odds:
- Arsenal: 7/4
- Manchester City: 11/4
- Liverpool: 11/2
- Manchester United: 15/2
- Chelsea: 9/1
Arsenal Lead the Market
Fresh off their first Premier League title since 2004, Arsenal head into the new season as deserved favourites. Mikel Arteta's side combined the league's best defence with a clinical attack last term and have further strengthened their squad this summer. The challenge now is handling the pressure of defending their crown, but they remain the team to beat.
Manchester City Begin a New Era
Manchester City start life without Pep Guardiola, with Enzo Maresca taking charge at the Etihad. While replacing Guardiola is a daunting task, City's squad still boasts world-class quality led by Erling Haaland, and further additions could yet strengthen their title credentials.
Liverpool's New Look
Liverpool also enter a new era under Andoni Iraola. The arrival of Alexander Isak has added even more firepower to an already talented squad, and if Iraola's high-intensity style clicks quickly, the Reds should be firmly in the title conversation.
Manchester United on the Rise
Michael Carrick has transformed Manchester United's fortunes, guiding them back into the Champions League after a difficult 2024/25 campaign. With confidence restored and further reinforcements expected, United are once again viewed as genuine contenders.
Chelsea's Fresh Start
Chelsea begin life under Xabi Alonso, who inherits one of the Premier League's youngest squads. The Blues remain outsiders for the title, but if Alonso can quickly implement his philosophy, they have the talent to challenge towards the top end of the table.
Premier League Betting Trends
According to Oddschecker data from the last seven days, Chelsea have attracted the greatest share of support in the Premier League winner market, accounting for 26.6% of all bets placed. Liverpool are the second-most backed side with 13.9%, narrowly ahead of Manchester United on 13.4%. Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have each received 11.7% of bets, highlighting strong interest in several of the league's leading contenders ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
