The Guardian's football writers have compiled 10 storylines to watch as the new Premier League season begins, spanning transfer sagas, tactical experiments and player returns. The piece highlights how clubs are shaping their squads and selections for opening fixtures, offering context on why particular matches or decisions matter for the campaign ahead.

Among the items covered: Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri looks set for a loan move away from the Emirates after a difficult season, with Milan, RB Leipzig, Dortmund and Fulham all linked; Manchester United face a midfield selection dilemma at Hull, with new arrivals Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans having had more pre-season involvement than Kobbie Mainoo; promoted Ipswich Town, under new manager Gary O'Neil, have made 12 signings including record buy Emersonn as they attempt to emulate Sunderland's promotion success; and Nottingham Forest's Oliver Glasner is set to hand a debut to £34m centre-back Ousmane Diomande against Leeds.