Glenn Murray is interviewed at the Red Bull Arena in New York. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images for Premier League)
Glenn Murray has made his prediction on the outcome of this season’s Premier League relegation battle.
This weekend’s results have left things incredibly tight with West Ham in 14th, separated by just four points from Crystal Palace in 19th.
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Between the two London clubs are Everton, Wolves and newly promoted duo Leicester City and Ipswich, while last season’s Championship play-off winners Southampton are below.
The latter pushed leaders Liverpool all the way on Sunday afternoon, only falling 3-2 after taking the 2-1 at home, while Ipswich drew 1-1 with Man Utd on the debut of Ruben Amorim at the head of the Red Devils. These two results alone showed the incredibly close nature of England’s top flight.
With that in mind, the battle at the bottom is sure to come down to the wire.
Glenn Murray predicts Premier League relegation battle
BBC Sport pundit Murray, who featured for Brighton, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth during his playing days, has had his say on the relegation battle.
He has credited the newly promoted sides with their “refreshing” approach to the Premier League, but ultimately believes they lack the quality to avoid a direct return to the Championship.
“I think unfortunately the teams that go down this year will probably be the three that went out (last season),” Murray said (via TBR).
“I like how they’ve come and tried to stamp their game in the Premier League, especially at Southampton and Ipswich, it’s very refreshing that they’ve continued to do things their way.
“But I think the likes of Wolves and Crystal Palace will have too much for them.”
