The 2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history for its managerial changes.

The 2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history. Nine clubs are set to begin the campaign with a new permanent manager - the highest number ever for the top flight's opening weekend. From Liverpool and Manchester City to Newcastle United and Chelsea, change has swept across almost half the league. The scale of turnover has dramatically reshaped the Premier League's managerial landscape. Liverpool appointed Andoni Iraola after Arne Slot was sacked, while Manchester City turned to Enzo Maresca following Pep Guardiola's resignation after a trophy-laden spell at Etihad Stadium. Chelsea turned to Xabi Alonso after Liam Rosenior's ill-fated term came to an end, Bournemouth appointed Marco Rose after Andoni Iraola's contract expired, and Nottingham Forest hired Oliver Glasner following Vitor Pereira's dismissal. Crystal Palace turned to Pierre Sage after Glasner left at the end of his contract, Fulham appointed Alvaro Arbeloa after Marco Silva's deal expired, while Ipswich Town named Gary O'Neil as successor when Kieran McKenna resigned. Newcastle United are also expected to appoint Matthias Jaissle after Eddie Howe stepped down, taking the total to nine clubs beginning the season with a new permanent boss.