The Premier League’s return is fast approaching, and it feels as if we have barely had time to blink. Three new teams have arrived from the Championship to see if they can survive England’s top flight, and given the truncated nature of pre-season, it has put an added spotlight on the managers. Their tactical nous will be tested like never before, with little time to waste. With that in mind here are the Premier League manager power rankings ahead of the first game of the new season. 20. Steve Bruce (Image: PA) The boyhood Newcastle fan arrived at St James’ Park as Rafa Benitez’s replacement, and it’s fair to say most fans were underwhelmed. He did a solid job keeping the club up,...
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