EPL: Alan Shearer predict position Chelsea will finish this season
Afnews Editor
Sep 14, 2020
Newcastle United legend, Alan Shearer, has predicted the position Chelsea will finish this season in the English Premier League, EPL.
Chelsea will begin their 2020/21 Premier League campaign against Brighton at the Amex Stadium on Monday night.
READ ALSO: Abia State Strikes Major Deal with IOM to Boost Jobs, Investment & Reverse Migration
Frank Lampard's men finished fourth on the Premier League table last season.
READ ALSO: Roberto De Zerbi: Tottenham in talks with ex-Brighton boss about taking over as head coach
But Shearer expects Chelsea to improve on the fourth position they finished last season, insisting that he doesn't think the Blues can win the Premier League title this term.
Speaking on the position Chelsea will finish this season, Nevin told BBC Sport, "City aren't the only team who will think they are capable of closing the gap on Liverpool. Chelsea have spent £200m already, so it's clear what their intentions are.
READ ALSO: CRIME: Police officer hangs himself in Lagos SCID cell
"Frank Lampard had a very positive first season in charge given the circumstances, with the club under a transfer embargo, but now they have splashed the cash, the expectation level changes.
READ ALSO: Eddie Howe Under Pressure as Newcastle Face Summer Exodus and Uncertain Future
"Suddenly his target goes from hoping they can get in the top four, to a demand that they challenge for the title. You do not spend that sort of money otherwise but, while I'm sure they'll improve, I still think winning the league will be beyond them.ÔÇØ
Related Stories
David Raya is the best goalkeeper in the world, says Arsenal team-mate Kai Havertz after Sporting heroics
Sandro Tonali will choose Manchester United if they secure Champions League football
Chelsea finances: Blues announce biggest pre-tax loss of any club in Premier League history
Who has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Who do England and Scotland play? Could Lionel Messi face Cristiano Ronaldo?
Eddie Howe Under Pressure as Newcastle Face Summer Exodus and Uncertain Future
Roberto De Zerbi: Tottenham in talks with ex-Brighton boss about taking over as head coach
""
— Afnews Editor