In this article, Sports Buddy reveals why Chelsea are likely to finish above Manchester United and London rivals Tottenham next season.
Although the Premier League season for 2023–24 ended less than two weeks ago, anticipation for the 2024–25 season is already beginning to grow.
There will be some teams that are stronger by the time the following season arrives, and there will be others that will revert to the pack as high-profile transactions and managers are predicted to upend the league as we approach summer.
Keeping that in mind, let’s examine who Sky Bet believes will finish in the top four at the conclusion of the Premier League next season.
Chelsea tipped to finish in top four in 2024-2025 season

Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool are once again the favorites to finish in the top four, with these three teams being the best-backed at 1/10, 1/6, and 4/7, respectively.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa, who finished in the top four for the first time since 1995–96, are 11/4 outsiders to do so for a second consecutive season. Their 11/4 odds is good for eighth-favourite in the market.
Based on the betting lines, Chelsea is the team that is predicted to replace Villa in the top four, with the West London club being the fourth favorite at 6/4.
The Blues finished their 2023-24 campaign extremely well – winning their last five league games to finish sixth and secure European football.
Newcastle, Tottenham, and FA Cup champions Manchester United have been tipped to finish below Chelsea, with the three teams having 15/8, 2/1, and 9/4 odds, respectively.
Pridicted league table finish for the 2024–2025 season
Below are the Sky Bet favourites to finish in the top four in the Premier League 2024–25 season, as reported by The Daily Mail.
Manchester City 1/10
Arsenal 1/6
Liverpool 4/7
Chelsea 6/4
Newcastle 15/8
Tottenham 2/1
Manchester United 9/4
Aston Villa 11/4
Chelsea’s transfer activities post 2023-2024 season

Sports Buddy recently reported that Chelsea parted ways with Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino.
Chelsea’s season under the former Tottenham manager was a rollercoaster. Despite a late-season run of five straight victories to earn European qualification, the Blues’ overall campaign performance fell short of expectations, hence his dismissal.
With Pochettino’s departure, Chelsea, in search of his replacement, are now in talks with Leicester City boss Enzo Maresca. Maresca, who was Pep Guardiola’s assistant, led Leicester to a top finish in the Championship division, helping the Foxes to a Premier League return.
The Italian is anticipated to ink a five-year deal with Chelsea, as he is set to be named their next head coach in the following days. In addition to welcoming a new manager, the Blues will be busy getting ready for the 2024–25 season during the next trading window.