Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United are all providing an early challenge to Manchester City with the three London clubs enjoying a strong start to the Premier League campaign.
City top the table with 12 points from their first four games, with the London trio on 10 points each after three wins and one draw.
Crystal Palace and Brentford have also enjoyed strong starts with the Bees unbeaten so far, although they have drawn three of their matches while the Eagles are on seven points with two wins, one draw and one defeat.
Chelsea and Fulham have four points apiece with the West London sides losing twice each, along with one win and one draw.
As the season resumes next weekend following the international break, data experts at Opta have simulated how the campaign will play out and predicted the most likely finishing position for every team. Here is where they are tipping the London clubs to place...
1. 20th - Luton Town
A season to remember but one which may end in relegation. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
2. 19th - Sheffield United
Fellow newly promoted side Sheffield United could have their work cut out. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
3. 18th - Everton
Could this season be one flirt with relegation too many for Everton? | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
4. 17th - Burnley
Vincent Kompany’s side look the best of the newly promoted clubs. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images