The new Premier League season kicks off on Friday, setting the stage for a galaxy of stars to shine in the 2026/27 campaign. As Manchester United prepare to start the new Premier League season at Hull on Saturday, BBC Sport examines how Michael Carrick's team will set up tactically. Key points and original sources are listed below.

• The new Premier League season kicks off on Friday, setting the stage for a galaxy of stars to shine in the 2026/27 campaign.S1

• As Manchester United prepare to start the new Premier League season at Hull on Saturday, BBC Sport examines how Michael Carrick's team will set up tactically.S2