Prediction - Everton

Tricky one to call. Like Blackburn, they've got limited funds and have over-achieved due to a top quality manager. I like some of the players they've bought it, but they're still weak up front - buying Yakubu would peg them at the same level as Spurs. One of their strengths, and I believe this will be key to a lot of teams this season, is flexibility; Phil Jagielka demonstrates this with his ability to play virtually anywhere, including in goal. Leighton Baines will be a good signing for them, and they'll be hoping that James Vaughan's progress continues after his injury. Joleon Lescott was one of the stars of the last season, and I wouldn't be surprised if he gets a call-up to England, though I suspect McClown would have to go first.

Their expectation will be to continue to progress in the manner of previous (odd) seasons, and avoid the even seasons' underachievement. A UEFA Cup place would be a minimum, a Champions League place would be a dream. Their squad is perhaps too light for this season, but they look like they're going to get a couple of top quality players before the end of the month.

PREDICTION - 7th