Kyle Walker believes Manchester City should still be considered firm favourites for the Premier League, as they look to win an unprecedented fifth title in a row. (More Football News)
City became the first English team to triumph in four successive league campaigns as they saw off Arsenal's title challenge last term.
And Pep Guardiola's all-conquering side begin their quest for a fifth straight crown away to Chelsea on Sunday.
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A potential spanner in the works could be the 115 charges levelled against City by the Premier League in regards to alleged breaches of financial regulations.
It was reported on Monday that the club's hearing will begin in September and run for approximately 10 weeks.
