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Meanwhile, Manchester City begin their title defence at Chelsea on Sunday, August 18 in Enzo Maresca’s first official game in charge of the Blues.

While Liverpool kick off the Arne Slot era with a trip to Ipswich, Last season’s runners-up Arsenal host Wolves on Saturday.

Checks on the Premier League site by PUNCH Online on Thursday evening revealed that Arsenal, one of the title contenders, will be without key defenders Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu due to hamstring and knee issues respectively. Their absence could test the Gunners’ defensive depth from the outset.

Aston Villa, looking to build on last season’s success, faces a setback with midfielder Boubacar Kamara sidelined with a knee injury. Manager Unai Emery will need to reshuffle his midfield plans accordingly.

Manchester United’s injury list is particularly concerning for manager Erik ten Hag. New signing Leny Yoro is out due foot issue, while defenders Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw are also sidelined.

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