Champions Arsenal embrace being ‘hunted’ as Premier League returns

Arsenal are ready to be "hunted" as the Premier League returns. According to Punch Nigeria and Punch, Mikel Arteta's side aims to cement their position as English football's preeminent team.

The Premier League is entering its 35th season, with new owners and managers at various clubs. Adom Online reports that Arsenal begin their title defence at home to newly promoted Coventry City on Friday night. The team is confident after a 3-0 victory over Manchester City in the Community Shield, with captain Martin Odegaard stating they have "shown our level" and are "serious" about defending their title.

City AM notes that the Premier League's 20 team owners this season could be the richest ever, with 11 clubs having majority stakes or influential stakes held by US firms or individuals. Various teams have new managers, including Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Liverpool, who are adapting to different coaching styles. Yahoo Sports reports that Xabi Alonso's training sessions at Chelsea are unpredictable, while Matthias Jaissle has had a similar effect at Newcastle United.

Brief written by urgent.news from Punch Nigeria, Yahoo Sports, Punch, Adom Online, City AM — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.