The new Premier League season is right around the corner and managers right across the land are speaking in front of the press ahead of their team's opener.

For the likes of Sunderland 's Régis Le Bris and Brentford 's Keith Andrews it will be a case of getting used to the increased pressure and exposure that comes with life in the top-flight.

For others, it is likely to be a more gruelling experience -- expect Eddie Howe to be asked about Alexander Isak 's future on Tyneside in 15 different ways.

Last season's champions, Liverpool , get the season under way on Friday when they host Bournemouth at Anfield. ESPN's Beth Lindop was at the AXA Training Centre in Kirkby on Thursday where Arne Slot said winning the title will be harder than ever before.

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