Eager newcomers in the Premier League aim to evade the misfortune faced by their recent predecessors
Leeds United, Burnley, and Sunderland are set to return to the Premier League after their promotions from the EFL Championship. Historically, newly promoted sides face significant challenges in survival, often battling against relegation over the course of the season.
The trend in the Premier League shows that promoted clubs frequently struggle to avoid relegation. Since the league's inception in 1992–93, only two instances have ever seen all three promoted teams manage to stay up in the following season. This underscores the difficulty clubs face adjusting to the Premier League's competitive level.
Leeds United and Burnley, with their prior Premier League experience, are somewhat advantaged in their relegation battle. Sunderland, on the other hand, faces a steeper challenge due to their lengthy absence from the top flight.
Leeds United, having spent several recent seasons in the Premier League before relegation, may benefit from their somewhat experienced status at this level. Burnley, a club with several previous Premier League campaigns, often fight relegation but have shown the ability to survive. Sunderland, however, historically struggle more to adapt quickly when returning after long spells, making their relegation risk comparatively higher.
While exact standings and simulation outcomes for the 2023–24 season are not fully detailed, the overall Premier League historical tendency is that at least one or two promoted teams are usually relegated each season. Given these trends, Leeds United and Burnley’s established Premier League experience may improve their prospects relative to Sunderland’s. However, all three clubs are likely engaged in a tight relegation battle typical of promoted teams.
For the most updated 2023–24 season table and detailed statistics, official Premier League sources provide current standings and form guides.
In the 2022-23 season, Luton Town, Burnley, and Sheffield United were relegated from the Premier League after a single season. The example of survival for modest clubs like Bournemouth, Brentford, and Brighton & Hove Albion suggests the recent trend of relegation for promoted teams could be bucked.
The new Premier League season will start for Leeds United at home against Everton on August 18. Both Leeds United's German coach Daniel Farke and Burnley coach Scott Parker have expressed optimism about the new season, stating that they will approach it with full commitment, desire, and excitement. Leeds United's coach is seeking reinforcements in attack for the upcoming Premier League season, while Burnley's coach believes they have the quality and depth to avoid relegation trouble.
Sunderland's French coach Regis le Bris has expressed optimism and a desire to strengthen the team for the upcoming challenges. Sunderland has reportedly spent over 110 million pounds on new players after their eight-year absence from the Premier League. Regis le Bris recently signed a new three-year contract with Sunderland, indicating his commitment to the club's journey in the top flight.
However, other forecasters also have low expectations for the three promoted teams. The trio of promoted clubs have struggled in the Premier League in the past two seasons, getting relegated after a single season. The new Premier League season promises to be a challenging one for Leeds United, Burnley, and Sunderland as they navigate the competitive landscape of England's top flight.
The historical trend in the Premier League indicates that newly promoted clubs, such as Leeds United, Burnley, and Sunderland, often find it difficult to avoid relegation. Despite the experiences of some clubs like Bournemouth, Brentford, and Brighton & Hove Albion, the likelihood of at least one relegation among the promoted teams in the coming season remains high. Leeds United and Burnley, having prior Premier League experience, might have an advantage in their relegation battle compared to Sunderland, who are returning to the top flight after a long absence.
