United slashed for league after thrashing LA
MANCHESTER UNITED have been slashed to as short as 9-2 for the Premier League title after Louis van Gaal's reign kicked off in eye-catching fashion in Los Angeles.
United demolished MLS side LA Galaxy 7-0 in a friendly late on Wednesday night and punters have been queueing up to back the 20-time winners to regain their crown, with 5-1 the best still available. The move may be more reflective of an impressive press conference and public training camp, which has gained the Dutchman plaudits and heightened confidence in his ability.
The Premier League market has also seen noticeable drifts for last year's top two sides, Manchester City and Liverpool. Champions City have been pushed out as far 12-5 with Paddy Power, while the sale of Luis Suarez seems to have ended Liverpool's hopes in the eyes of many punters. The Reds are easy to back at 10-1.
Market leaders Chelsea remain solid 15-8 shots in a week where Jose Mourinho continued his squad rebuild with the addition of full-back Filipe Luis from Atletico Madrid. Arsenal are still proving a popular punt following their capture of Alexis Sanchez and Ladbrokes are 13-2 that the Gunners go all the way.