Hangover lingers as EPL kicks off

Quick turnaround after World Cup has clubs scrambling to be sharp

LONDON - There is little time for the Premier League's stars to shake off their World Cup hangover as the chase to catch champion Manchester City begins in earnest on Friday.

On top of the quick turnaround from the World Cup in Russia, a shortened transfer window that closes 24 hours before the season kicks off has left many teams scrambling to get stronger at the last minute - none more so than Manchester United.