2025/2026 England League: Liverpool is expected to be unable to retain the championship

Former England national defender, Joren Lescott, predicts that Liverpool will not be able to maintain their title in the Premier League as Manchester City will replace them. The

2024/2025 season became one of the toughest times for Manchester City. Not only did they fail to defend their title successfully, they also struggled to maintain stability throughout the game.

Manchester City can only ensure that they are third in the final Premier League standings. This result puts them behind Liverpool who appeared as champions by 12 points.

dominated the final collapse of four seasons. This record has become a signal that the competition in the top leagues is becoming increasingly fierce.

However, Manchester City did not want to be immersed in disappointment. In the 2025/2026 season, they will use this opportunity as an opportunity to rise and regain the championship title.

Marchester City's transfer activities in summer 2025

Marchester City is moving rapidly in the transfer market. Guardiola rebuilds his team by introducing players who meet tactical needs.

As goalkeeper, James Trafford officially returns to strengthen this area. The midfield position welcomes Tiani Reindez, who is famous for showing his outstanding game vision in AC Milan.

Not only that, Manchester City also introduced Ryan Aturi as the left back, recruited Ryan Cherki to increase offensive creativity, and introduced Sweller Niwan. This series of measures has made their lineup more solid.

Lescott predicts that Manchester City will rise

Jaillen Lescott is fully confident that Manchester City will become the main force in the English League this season. He believes that the quality of the players, Guardiola's experience and the momentum of recovery will be a deadly weapon.

For Lescott, Liverpool may have a hard time reproducing the perfect performance last year. He said Manchester City seemed more ready to compete after getting enough mental break.

"No matter how last season goes, they will certainly be one of the favorites to win. Guardiola, Manchester City has some of the best players in the world. They have no trophy in 2025," according to The Liverpool Echo.

"It would be stupid if they weren't considered a favorite in every game. That doesn't mean they'll win all the games, but they're undoubtedly one of the hottest," the former Everton defender said excitedly.