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The Premier League is considered to be one of the most exciting leagues in world football. This is in large part due to its unpredictability. Even though there are a few clubs that are bound to do well, mainly the top 6 clubs of Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Cheslea, Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool, there are always teams that surprise the entire league.
In recent years we have seen surprise performances such as Ronald Koeman's Southampton, Slaven Bilic's West Ham United, and most recently Sean Dyche's Burnley. Along with that, the biggest example can be Claudio Ranieri's Leicester City Premier League triumph.
So, if the league is giving surprises every year, who will be the surprise packages this year? Let's find out.
#3 Everton
The blue side of Merseyside always makes these dark horses lists, as they are the only club outside the top 6 that have the capability to unseat one of those clubs. Under Koeman they were making it to Europa League, but the transfer blunders last season caused Everton to have a major misstep, as Sam Allardyce had to come in and steer the ship to safety.
Under talented Portugese manager Marco Silva, Everton seem to be on the path of renaissance. Even though they haven't been impressing in friendlies, the talent that the squad boasts, along with the financial backing that the chairman gives them, they are bound to be a success.
Their transfers this season have seen the likes of Richarilson come in, whereas many other players are linked with the club. If these transfers go through, Everton may just be in for a wild season.
#2 Fulham
Fulham won the Championship play-off to enter the Premier League this season. While they are just returning to the top flight, great things can be expected from Slaviša Jokanović's men.
They played a beautiful and attacking brand of football last season, led by the mercurial youngster Ryan Sessegnon. They are bound to impress this season again, provided they can maintain level headed play.
The Cottager's have already made a major splash in the transfer market, snatching Barcelona and Chelsea target Jean Michael Seri, along with the loan acquisition of Andre Schurrle from Borussia Dortmund. Their owner, Shad Khan will not hesitate from spending more to ensure that Fulham can stay and compete in the Premier League.
Under the radar signings like Fabricio Agosto also show that Fulham have come into this season prepared to fight and probably surprise everyone.
#1 Wolverhampton Wanderers
The obvious choice for a list like this, Wolves are unrecognizable to the team that was in the Premier League a few years ago. After facing back-to-back relegation straight to League 1, the Wanderers have bounced back in tremendous fashion, romping to the Championship title in dominant fashion.
With the experienced Nuno Espirito Santo at the helm, the Portuguese core of this team is bound to have a tremendous season.
Wolves have already signed one of the best goalkeepers in world football in the form of Rui Patricio, and have also added Joao Moutinho to their squad. The Portugese core get's strengthened through the extension signed by Ruben Neves and the addition of Paulo Alves.
They play with flair and skill which may be a wonderful sight in the more functional hard-tackling form of English football. If Santo can keep the magic alive, we may see a tremendous season from Wolves, which few expected them to pull off.
Agree with our list? Disagree? Do let us know in the comments below!
