Michael Owen has backed Manchester City to retain their Premier League crown and finish ahead of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United.
The former star striker made his predictions ahead of the new campaign that kicks-off next Friday when newly-promoted Burnley welcome Pep Guardiola's side to Turf Moor.
Owen, who claimed his sole Premier League title with Man United in 2011, reckoned Vincent Kompany's team will manage to escape the drop and finish in 16th place.
While the other two promoted clubs, Luton Town and Sheffield United, are set for an immediate return to the Championship according to the 46-year-old's predictions.