Premier League: 10 things to look out for as the new season kicks off

Manchester United’s new-look midfield, Ipswich’s ambition is tested and Kevin Keegan tributes at NewcastleWhile Myles Lewis-Skelly looks likely to remain at the Emirates, the same can’t be said for Ethan Nwaneri. The 19-year-old was outstanding in his breakthrough season for Arsenal in 2024-25 but barely featured last season and was sent on loan to Marseille. That didn’t really work out and Arsenal are now exploring another temporary move to ensure Nwaneri gets regular football this season.

Milan, RB Leipzig, Dortmund and Fulham are all thought to be interested, with Nwaneri unlikely to feature on the bench for Friday’s opener against Coventry as a result. Whether Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus are available remains to be seen as Arsenal attempt to find suitors for the Brazil duo. Ed AaronsArsenal v Coventry City, Friday 8pm (all times BST)Hull City v Manchester United, Saturday 12.30pmIpswich Town v Sunderland, Saturday 3pmNottingham Forest v Leeds, Saturday 3pmBrighton v Aston Villa, Sunday 2pmManchester City v Bournemouth, Sunday 2pm Continue reading...