ROB AND STEVE'S SUPER MASSIVE SEASON PREVIEW PART II

Welcome! So with the excitement building and  intrigue increasing it'd be rude to force you to wait any longer. Enjoy as our 'Super Massive Season Preview continues... - Rob

Manchester United 

Key Signing: David Moyes is yet to make waves in the market, with several targets not arriving. Expect United to be busy in August however, as they have money to spend.
MVP: Oh, Robin van Persie. The former Arsenal striker carried United on his back for half a season, and his league-leading goalscoring prowess will be needed even more this season, with a conspicuous absence in the dugout.
Manager: David Moyes. The size of the shoes Moyes has to fill are somewhat gigantic. He has potential long term, but in the meantime the new gaffer will be in charge of a transition period.
Prediction: The Ferguson effect cannot be underestimated. I feel we now have to judge United purely on the ability of its squad, as their extra 10% has departed. Examine the title contenders’ squads then, and United are weaker than City and Chelsea, and for me, on a par with Spurs.  Moyes has work to do. 4th. Rob's Prediction: 3rd.

The influence of perhaps the world's greatest manager is no more

Newcastle United

Key Signing: Loic Remy. The clinical Frenchman adds flair to Newcastle's attack and the prospect of a front three of Remy, Cisse and HBA suddenly has this Newcastle fan counting down the days until the start of the Premier League season.
MVP: Fabricio Coloccini. A natural born leader. While much has been made of the club's search for a striker the Argentinean general will ensure his troops stay organised at the back. His worth was shown when missed towards the end of the 2012/13 season.
Manager: Alan Pardew. Much will be expected of Pardew this season following a poor 2012/13 campaign. Blaming his side's form on injuries Newcastle fans will expect the team to begin this season strongly with a fully fit squad. Time will tell if the pressure of Joe Kinnear's appointment will see this silver fox buckle.
Prediction: While strong going forward Newcastle have failed to strengthen what was the second poorest defence in the division last season. The forthcoming season will be an improvement on the last but a mid-table finish is the best that can be expected for the Toon Army. 12th. Steve's Prediction: 15th.

It wouldn't be Newcastle United without off-field aggro now would it? Popularly known as Joke-Innear

Norwich City

Key Signing: Gary Hooper has consistently scored goals for the past few seasons, in Scotland and in the Champions League. Prolific North of the border, the Canaries will be confident that Hooper earns his stripes in England.
MVP: John Ruddy. The goalkeeper was sorely missed after his thigh injury picked up midway through, and the big man should make a big difference.
Manager: A primarily defensive coach, Hughton has gambled this season, and he has pooled all his chips on the duo of Gary Hooper and Ricky van Wolfswinkel. It represents a bit of a change of impetus, and might see the Canaries fly up the league table. (sorry)
Prediction: If Norwich can improve a woeful away record and start beating the teams around them (A lot of points last season were earned against better placed opposition), there's no reason why they can't challenge for Europe. The problem was goals, and the problem, may have gone. 8th. Rob's Prediction: 11th.

Chris Hughton has raised expectations at Carrow Road

Southampton

Key Signing: Victor Wanyama was a beast in the Celtic midfield for numerous seasons, and the Kenyan will bring protection to the Saints back four, allowing creative forces such as Gaston Ramirez and Adam Lallana to do what they do best.
MVP: Rickie Lambert. The man is a proven goal scorer who can single-handedly create something from nothing. Scoring fifteen league goals in his first ever Premier League season shows just what a talent the 31 year old is.
Manager: Mouricio Pochettino
The verdict is still out on the former Espanyol boss for me. While the Argentinian did well to stabilise the Saints when taking over mid-season I still believe they would have stayed up regardless. I await his first full season with interest.
Prediction: As one of the most attractive sides to watch in the division I really hope Southampton can perform well this season. Wanyama is a fantastic signing and will only improve an already solid squad. 9th. Steve's Prediction: 10th.

Victor Wanyama adds strength to a previously lightweight midfield

Stoke City

Key Signing: Erik Pieters. The Dutch left –back has been courted by many a Premier League team, and is an astute signing. Good on the ball and is a fine crosser. The concern would be that Stoke have signed no attackers – they lacked for goals last season.
MVP: Robert Huth was made for Stoke City. Tough, uncompromising and strong, the German has been the lynchpin of one of the league's meanest defences.
Manager: Mark Hughes. Sparky returns to the Premier League, but he could scarcely wish for more of a challenge. The team is on the decline and perhaps even set in their ways stylistically. The fans are some of the most boisterous around too. Their patience could wear thin. An uphill task, then.
Prediction: This could be the season where Stoke's firm grip on the Premier League is finally loosened. A poor squad, a manager with it all to do and a crowd who's patience is not one to be tested - it's not looking good for the Potters. Expect Hughes to fall first, and Stoke City to follow. 18th. Rob’s Prediction: 17th.

Robert Huth is Stoke's man mountain

Sunderland

Key Signing: Emanuele Giaccherini. As a member of both the Juventus and the Italian squad the left-sided player is a real coup for Di Canio. Having proven his talent on the international stage I have no doubt he can make a huge difference for Sunderland.
MVP: Steven Fletcher. Sunderland's season potentially rests on the fitness of Steven Fletcher, that's how key I believe he is to the set up at the Stadium of Light. With an eye for goal he will thrive on the creativity of Giaccherini et al.
Manager: Paulo Di Canio. As one of the most unpredictable bosses in the division I'm sure Sunderland fans can expect a roller coaster ride under the Italian fire cracker this season. He could be gone by Christmas or he could win them a trophy in his first full season.
Prediction: What fate awaits Sunderland this season is anyone's guess. It's the top ten or bust in my view for the Black Cats this campaign. 8th. Steve's Prediction: 13th.

Whatever happens, expect fireworks from this man

Swansea City

Key Signing: Wilfried Bony. The Ivorian scored goals for fun in the Eredivisie, and whilst we know that's not necessarily the mark of a world-beater (Step forward Afonso Alves) its not a bad start.
MVP: Michu was utterly magnificent for the Swans last season, but will be wary of contracting the infamous Second Season Syndrome. The signing of Bony should help spread the load.
Manager: Michael Laudrup could not have wished for a better debut season. A trophy won, league stability earned and a star striker unearthed - can he do the same this time around?
Prediction: It'll be as you were for Laudrup's men this season: great to watch, capable of the odd scalp and also the odd wobble, you can expect the Swans to be sitting especially pretty in mid-table. 12th. Rob’s Prediction: 10th.

The Swans would do well to repeat last season's success

Tottenham Hotspur

Key Signing : Roberto Soldado. The Spaniard arrives in England off the back of scoring 30 goals in all competitions last season and if Soldado can hit the ground running then he could prove the crucial difference in firing Spurs into the title hunt.
MVP: Gareth Bale. It goes without saying really; the man was born with an incredible talent for football. Lose him (which is looking increasingly likely) and the club will have to spend wisely to be anywhere near replacing him.
Manager: Andre Vilas Boas. Following a good first season at White Hart Lane this campaign will prove a true test of AVB and show whether he has a chance to develop a dynasty at the club. Fail to challenge the top four and he'll be considered a failure.
Prediction: Tottenham's whole season depends on the Gareth Bale saga and how the club react to his potential departure. Signing a replacement is a must and will be a huge test of Vilas Boas' player judgement. Spurs fans will expect progress and I expect Spurs to be #1 in North London by the end of the campaign. 4th. Steve's Prediction: 3rd.

This man is the key to Tottenham's title tilt

West Bromwich Albion

Key Signing: Nicolas Anelka. The experienced Frenchman will bring goals to complement the Baggies' excellent midfield workers.
MVP: Yousouff Mulumbu. Strong, powerful and a diligent and intelligent defensive midfielder, his partnership in the midfield anchor position with Claudio Yacob was brilliant.
Manager: Steve Clarke has always been an excellent coach, and now he's one of the brightest young managers around. He can really achieve big things at West Brom.
Prediction: I was one of the seemingly very few who predicted a top half finish last season for the Baggies, and I felt very smug about their performances last season. A very efficient unit, and a threat for the European spots. 10th. Rob’s Prediction: 13th.

Steve Clarke has turned the Boing Boing Baggies into European dreamers

West Ham United

Key Signing: Andy Carroll. The big man will need to perform from the very start of the season if he is to begin to show he is worth the £15 million West Ham paid to bring him to Upton Park. On his day Carroll can be a nightmare for even the world's best, while on his bad days he can be totally anonymous.
MVP: Kevin Nolan. A natural leader, Nolan can inspire any team. Very few players in the entire division possess his work rate and his contribution often proves invaluable, whether it be making goal line clearances or firing home from the edge of the 6 yard box.
Manager: While personally not a fan of big Sam, it's impossible to disagree with the fact that he performs well when at one of the divisions 'smaller clubs.' West Ham will always be safe while he remains boss, but will equally remain unspectacular.
Prediction: A decidedly average season awaits for the Hammers. While Andy Carroll will provide a handful of goals and assists the East Londoners lack the out and out goal scorer which could have seen them progress. 16th. Steve's Prediction: 14th.

Carroll's loan was a success - albeit injury blighted - can the big man hit top form?

So that's it! Our team-by-team guide to how the Premier League will shape up in season 2013/2014. But how will the teams end up? Here are our final tables:

So there you have it. This, right there, is how the Premier League will finish. Kind of. Well, we know it won't. There'll be so many twists and turns, goals, gaffes and memorable moments. And we cannot bloomin' wait. 

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