30 BBC pundits predict top four - Interesting results for Newcastle, Spurs, Man U & Chelsea

30 of the BBC's football pundits - across TV and radio - have released their top four predictions ahead of the 2024/25 Premier League season.

Only six think we'll seal another Champions League finish. Pat Nevin and Leon Osman are backing us to finish third, while the likes of Shay Given and Troy Deeney think we'll secure fourth.

19 backed Man City to win the title again, 11 tipped Arsenal to win the league, Liverpool were a popular pick for third and Spurs and Man Utd were common choices for fourth, with the odd pick for Aston Villa and West Ham.

See all the predictions below from the likes of Micah Richards, Chris Sutton, Jermaine Jenas, Chris Waddle and Danny Murphy:

Here's what a group of BBC pundits then had to say specifically on Newcastle:

Chris Waddle: They still need another centre-half, which is why they are in for Marc Guehi, but going forward they look very good. I don't think they will quite make the top four, but if they keep hold of their stars then they are going to be close.

Pat Nevin: Newcastle don't have the stress of the Champions League and, as long as manager Eddie Howe stays in place, they have got a chance.

Anita Asante: They showed lots of promise last season despite all the injuries they had and are sure to have a big rebound this season with Alexander Isak leading the front line. With a healthy squad and no European football this time, they are strong contenders for the top four.

Leon Osman: Newcastle are my outside bet. They can focus on the Premier League and cannot possibly have the bad luck on the injury front they did last season, but Isak is key.

Michael Brown: They should do better with less games to play, but I feel like they have lost their momentum.