Basically, as long as Pep Guardiola is still the head coach at Manchester City then of course, I will never doubt the quality of Manchester City. Therefore, Manchester City at least will still have a good chance next season but for rivals like Manchester United, I am personally not entirely sure. Because after all, last season also Erik ten Hag could not maintain Manchester United's performance until the end. Although indeed, Manchester United got the Champion League ticket but in fact, Erik ten Hag still did not make Manchester United's performance consistent throughout the season. Thus, then of course it will be an obstacle for Manchester United to be able to maintain its position in the standings later.
It's very natural that I think everyone puts Man City first on the list of favorites to win, either in the English Premiere League or the Champions League. Our perception could be the same today because Man City is still led by Pep Guardiola, Pep figure gives confidence that Man City can defend the championship Trophy next season. If there is a possibility where Guardiola stops or moves clubs, the predictions will be different. Pep influence is bigger than the Man City players themselves, at least that's what I've seen since he joined from Bayern Munchen
Comparing Erik Ten Hag with Pep Guardiola I don't think is right at this time, because if you based your opinion on the statistics of last season's games then that would be unfair to Ten Hag. Pep has built a squad from Man City since 2016, while Ten Hag has only been with United one year ago. These facts will provide a comprehensive picture for us to build a logical perception of the two Coaches and the two Clubs.