With relegation from the Premier League still raw, as defeat to Newcastle United brought the Clarets’ six-year stretch in the top flight to an end, attention quickly turned to the 2022-23 campaign.
They joined Norwich City and Watford in England’s second tier, with Wigan Athletic, Rotherham United and Sunderland promoted from League One, and derby days against Blackburn Rovers, Preston North End and Blackpool will return to the schedule.
Here is Sky Bet’s list of contenders for top spot, promotion and a play-off place.
Here is Sky Bet’s list of contenders for top spot, promotion and a play-off place.