Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has backed Manchester City for the Premier League title after their stunning start to the season. He believes that they have done well to keep the ship going despite losing some of their best players.
Speaking to Metro, Owen said that he was impressed with Manchester City after they picked up their sixth win of the season against Liverpool on Sunday, October 11. He admitted Enzo Maresca’s side were not up to the mark in pre-season and showed no signs of improvement before the season started. He said:
