For a bit of fun in the meantime, we fired up the latest edition of Football Manager, and simulated the game into the future. We had a look at the starting XI, key subs and manager it predicts will be on show for the Tigers on the opening day of the 2020/21 season.

13. Sub: Kevin McDonald
A £1.8m signing from Fulham, the Scottish midfielder is somewhat of an EFL veteran, having been promoted with three different clubs. His experience will prove invaluable. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images) | Getty Images Photo: Jordan Mansfield

14. Sub: Matthew Pennington
Pennington ends a lengthy spell of loans and finally lands a permanent deal away from Everton with the Tigers. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images) | Getty Images Photo: Ashley Allen

15. Sub: James Scott
The January signing recovers from the ankle injury that cruelly ended his 2019/29 campaign, and will be looking to earn himself a regular starting position on the wing. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) | Getty Images Photo: Ian MacNicol

16. Sub: Jackson Irvine
The Tigers mainstay is forced out of the starting XI, and will be determined to fight for his place throughout the season. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images) | Getty Images Photo: Lewis Storey

