Runners-up Tottenham are gearing up for their first Champions League campaign since 2010, so transfer activity is expected in North London. City, meanwhile, have taken a more relaxed approach to the transfer season, but are expected to add rising star John Stones to their ranks. The Red Devils also look to add Paul Pogba to their ranks in what would be a world-record transfer fee, but the clubs have faced numerous stumbling blocks along the way. With Mourinho at United and Guardiola at City, battles between the two rivals are the most anticipated in world football. Before a ball has even been kicked, the Manchester clubs have emerged as the favourites to take the title.

Source: The Nation Bangkok July 30, 2016 18:00 UTC