The page has now turned on the dramatic 2024/25 Premier League chapter and we’re already itching to find out how the story will continue next season.
There are so many questions we wanted answered. How far can Wolverhampton Wanderers go under Vitor Pereira? How much of an impact will Matheus Cunha’s departure have? Have they got the bottle to progress, or could they regress again?
Then there’s the case of fellow West Midlands side Aston Villa. What will the Villans get up to in the transfer market amid PSR concerns? Can they get back into the Champions League? Could they go on to win their first silverware under Unai Emery?
We asked Grok, the AI tool on X (formerly Twitter), to predict what will happen for Wolves, Villa and the rest of the Premier League come the 2025/26 campaign – and it’s fair to say it threw up some controversial results. Flick through the pages to see the predictions, as well as explanations for each league position.
1. Grok predicts 2025/26 Premier League table
We asked AI to predict the 2025/26 Premier League standings, here's what it said – from 20th to 1st. | Getty Images
2. 20th: Sunderland (30 points, -30 GD)
Grok's explanation: Sunderland face a steep challenge. Their young squad lacks Premier League experience. Posts on X highlight concerns about their depth and defensive naivety. A low points total and poor goal difference reflect their struggle to compete, making them prime relegation candidates. | Getty Images
3. 19th: Burnley (34 points, -25 GD)
Grok's explanation: Burnley, promoted as 2024/25 Championship winners, return under Scott Parker. Their 2023/24 relegation (24 points, -37 GD) highlighted defensive frailties, and despite a strong Championship campaign, adapting to the Premier League’s intensity will be tough. Limited squad investment and reliance on players like Josh Brownhill lead to relegation. | Getty Images
4. 18th: Wolves (38 points, -20 GD)
Grok's explanation: Wolves’ 16th-place finish in 2024/25 showed vulnerability, with Gary O’Neil struggling for consistency. Losing Pedro Neto to Chelsea and potential departures of players like Matheus Cunha could weaken them further. Their low points and poor goal difference suggest a relegation battle. | Getty Images