Operator bet365 has released its betting statistics for the up-and-coming Premier League season, which has thrown up some surprising results.
In a shocking turn of events, Manchester United is the team most backed to win the Premier League in 2022/23 – while, concurrently, it is also the fourth-most backed club to be relegated, following the appointment of former Ajax boss Erik Ten Hag.
Joining Manchester United in the relegation scrap, according to bets made by (most likely rival) fans, will be Leeds, Brentford, Everton and Southampton. While champion Manchester City and runner-up Liverpool will endure torrid seasons to finish 8th and 6th respectively.
Furthermore, nouveau riche Newcastle United has claimed top spot among gamblers backing the Tyneside club to finish in the top four next season – with Nottingham Forest, Arsenal, and Manchester United joining the outfit.