Record number of new managers for season like no other
The 2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history for its managerial changes.
The 2026-27 Premier League season has already set a new record by beginning with nine clubs under new permanent management, surpassing the previous high of eight in 2016-17. Liverpool, Manchester City, Newcastle United, Chelsea, Bournemouth, Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, Fulham, and Ipswich Town are all starting the season with different bosses, marking the most significant managerial turnover in the top flight's history.
This unprecedented change has reshaped the league's managerial landscape, with former stars like Pep Guardiola, Antonio Conte, and Sir Alex Ferguson among those who have departed. The article highlights the potential impact of this manager shake-up on the season, particularly with three matches featuring teams led by new managers, including Fulham versus Chelsea, Manchester City versus Bournemouth, and Liverpool against Newcastle.
The article also touches on the traditional 'new manager bounce' theory, suggesting that this season's unprecedented circumstances may test the concept like never before.
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