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What to look for in coming weeks with Premier League return just 47 days away

The Champions League and Europa League will be completed in August.

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With the coronavirus pandemic leading to a prolonged football season the summer break leading into the next campaign will be much shorter than usual.

The Premier League wrapped up on Sunday and the 2020/21 season will commence in just 47 days.

But there are still plenty of issues and talking points to be crammed in before then and here, the PA news agency highlights 10 things to look out for in the coming weeks.

European success for English clubs?

Kevin De Bruyne scored as Manchester City won at Real Madrid before lockdown.
Kevin De Bruyne scored as Manchester City won at Real Madrid before lockdown. (Nick Potts/PA)

Pep to add to defensive ranks?

Not signing an adequate replacement for Vincent Kompany was highlighted by many as a reason Manchester City did not push Liverpool closer.
Not signing an adequate replacement for Vincent Kompany was highlighted by many as a reason Manchester City did not push Liverpool closer. (Martin Rickett/PA)

Will Jadon Sancho land a Premier League move?

England international Jadon Sancho continues to be linked with a move to Manchester United.
England international Jadon Sancho continues to be linked with a move to Manchester United. (Mike Egerton/PA)

Chelsea to continue revamp?

Former Ajax man Hakim Ziyech has already swapped Amsterdam for Stamford Bridge.
Former Ajax man Hakim Ziyech has already swapped Amsterdam for Stamford Bridge. (Adam Davy/PA)

Plenty of business in north London?

Jose Mourinho guided Tottenham to a sixth-place finish in the Premier League.
Jose Mourinho guided Tottenham to a sixth-place finish in the Premier League. (Will Oliver/PA)

New owners for Newcastle?

Mike Ashley remains the owner of Newcastle despite years of protests.
Mike Ashley remains the owner of Newcastle despite years of protests. (Richard Sellers/PA)

Zaha on the move?

Wilfried Zaha enjoyed another stand-out season at Crystal Palace.
Wilfried Zaha enjoyed another stand-out season at Crystal Palace. (Will Oliver/PA)

Perfect goodbye for Villa captain Grealish?

Jack Grealish helped keep Aston Villa in the Premier League.
Jack Grealish helped keep Aston Villa in the Premier League. (Justin Setterfield/PA)

What plans for fans?

Stadiums have stood empty for Premier League fixtures since the season resumed in June.
Stadiums have stood empty for Premier League fixtures since the season resumed in June. (Richard Heathcote/NMC Pool)

VAR here to stay?

Video Assistant Referee technology was widely criticised during the first season of use in the Premier League.
Video Assistant Referee technology was widely criticised during the first season of use in the Premier League. (Peter Powell/NMC Pool)
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