Another last-gasp Manchester United win has kept the wolves away from Erik ten Hag for another few days but dark clouds still loom over Old Trafford with on-the-pitch inconsistencies compounded by an ongoing takeover saga.
The Red Devils sit eighth in the league, already slipping away from those vital Champions League places, but there is still a long way to go this season. The latest round of Premier League fixtures saw a first loss for high-flying Tottenham Hotspur against a resurgent Chelsea, fight from Sheffield United and signs of form from Everton while Aston Villa, Liverpool and Arsenal stuttered. The top-flight is an ever-changing beast and ManchesterWorld looks at the latest predicted table from stats experts at Opta.
1. 20th - Sheffield United
Opta predict a 36.6% of finishing 20th. Photo: Getty Images
2. 19th - Burnley
Opta predict a 26.9% of finishing 19th. Photo: Getty Images
3. 18th - Bournemouth
Opta predict a 24.5% of finishing 18th. Photo: Getty Images
4. 17th - Luton Town
Opta predict a 20.6% of finishing 17th. Photo: Getty Images