Manchester City’s perfect five-win start under Enzo Maresca, fueled by heavy summer investment in Elliot Anderson and Enzo Fernández, has positioned them as frontrunners for a top-six finish alongside defending champions Arsenal, who sit second after four wins and one loss. Brighton and Brentford have emerged as early overachievers with strong attacking form and defensive organization, while Liverpool and Manchester United remain unbeaten or competitive but trail in points. Squad transitions at several clubs, including Chelsea’s major outlay on Morgan Rogers, and the broader shift in league hierarchy after Arsenal’s 2025-26 title continue to shape trader views on which sides will secure Champions League qualification spots by season’s end.