Arsenal
Optimism abounds in London N5. I had some doubts about Arteta's skill to maintain motivating this group, however this summer time's heavy spend ought to repair that, reinvigorating the squad. Solely time will inform whether or not the brand new faces can gel and develop chemistry, however it's a reduction to have the clamour for a centre-forward answered ultimately. Hopefully come Might we'll be lauding Victor's veni, vidi, vici Premier League triumph.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Holding our star turns match – Gabriel, Rice and Saka – stays essential. Past that there are many unknowns. Can Ødegaard rekindle his position as our creator-in-chief, or will Nwaneri pressure his approach in? Can Zubimendi kind an efficient partnership with Declan Rice and impose himself as our midfield fulcrum? Will Martinelli, Trossard and Madueke chip in with the ten‑15 objectives required to alleviate our reliance on Saka, thereby lowering the burden on Gyökeres? And the way a lot will we see a lot of our 15-year-old prodigy Max Dowman?
We nonetheless have to signal … No one will complain if the spending stops right here, after half a dozen new arrivals already. However there would even be few arguments if the membership managed to land an Eze-like bonus too.
Our headline-maker is … Gyökeres: assured to be the topic of intense media scrutiny. Our days of speculating about what may need been if solely we'd signed a striker sooner are over. Now it's time to seek out out.
Proud of the brand new package? I'm a traditionalist; I feel our kits ought to all the time be crimson and white and yellow and blue. This season there's an all-blue away package and a white third. Marvellous vogue objects, possibly, but when we don't win in them, they'll quick lose their attract.
We'll end … 1st. Based mostly on the legislation of averages, I'll be proper one in every of nowadays. Prime 4 1. Arsenal; 2. Liverpool; 3. Man Metropolis; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Sunderland; 19. Leeds; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Scott Parker.
Aston Villa
There's a nagging feeling within the fan base that final yr was a high-water mark. With the principles making it nigh-on inconceivable for the “disruptors” to make sustained progress, golf equipment like ours can do nothing however Bark on the Moon. Sixth to eighth might be our vary, however people who discover that prospect boring actually needs to be extra balanced. We're taking part in European soccer, we'll have an opportunity within the cups and we've received a Wizard of a supervisor.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? The wellbeing of the backbone of Konsa, Tielemans, Rogers and Watkins, all of whom made 50+ appearances final yr, might be elementary – and Kamara's health might be essential too. Additionally value keeping track of Onana and Maatsen, who might have assertion seasons. Weaknesses? Whisper it quietly however Martínez had a less-than-convincing 2024‑25. However you'd all the time again such a personality to shake that off.
We nonetheless have to signal … I'd count on yet another (web) arrival by window-shut. We'd like cowl at right-back as Money is injury-prone. As for attacking menace, I made the traditional mistake of falling in love with a mortgage participant (Rashford) final yr, so I'm hoping new boy Evann Guessand will step Into the Void.
Our headline-maker is… Martínez isn't a Hellraiser however his “housery” and his shot-stopping are on completely different trajectories in the mean time and he's value 50p to be the primary keeper to be despatched off for normal insubordination. Nonetheless wouldn't swap him, although!
Proud of the brand new package? I can't see a lot distinction between this yr's and final's. However it's claret and blue in the precise proportions so sure, I'm blissful I suppose. It's all a tax on the fan anyway.
We'll end … seventh. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Man Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Brentford; 19. Sunderland; 20. Wolves. First supervisor sacked Ruben Amorim.
Bournemouth
Realistically, final season goes to be exhausting to beat. Progress off the pitch might be marked by the much-needed growth of the stadium and the recruitment of key gamers to fill gaps left by huge departures. On it, I can't actually see us hitting a top-10 end. Mid-table and 50 factors would really feel like an enormous win once you take a look at the place we're presently. A cup semi-final can be a bonus.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Key might be Antoine Semenyo, Justin Kluivert, Evanilson and the returning-from-injury Ryan Christie. The gross sales of Kerkez and Huijsen and certain exit of Zabarnyi will depart gaping holes in our defence that want filling. We're all trying ahead to seeing Eli Junior Kroupi make his debut for the crew after becoming a member of from Lorient, and this may very well be a breakthrough season for James Hill, a defensive utility man who will doubtless have way more sport time in contrast with 2024-25.
We nonetheless have to signal … Defenders. Lille's Bafodé Diakité and Seville's Loïc Badé are each potential choices being explored – however not solely by Bournemouth. Fingers crossed we are able to get one or each carried out. Each crew is aware of we want new recruits on the again, so high-quality bargains aren't simple to seek out. In our recruitment crew we belief, however the strain is unquestionably on them to ship.
Our headline-maker is … It may very well be health coach Pablo de la Torre, booked a number of instances final season. Might he construct on these performances and get in a correct struggle with an official this season?
Proud of this season's new package? Sure. The refined wave to the crimson and black stripes pays a pleasant homage to our seaside roots. And the black and blue stripes of the away package are already a agency fan's favorite, reminiscent of previous seasons, most not too long ago 2011-12.
We'll end … twelfth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Tottenham (yawn). Backside three 18. Manchester United or Leeds; 19. Burnley; 20. Sunderland. First supervisor sacked Scott Parker.
Brentford
I'm surprisingly optimistic. OK, shedding your supervisor, backroom workers, high scorer and captain and seeing your star striker do as his job title suggests – go on strike – doesn't look good on paper, however I see this as an thrilling new horizon. Using set-piece coach Keith Andrews seems to be a secure transfer to me, not a dangerous one. The membership is aware of him properly and would fairly make use of somebody who understands the Brentford approach. We knew Mbuemo was going, we've the funds to interchange him, so now it's as much as the membership to ship. We're backed by many to go down; I'll be very happy with a end anyplace above 14th in what's a large transitional season for us.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? There may be plenty of strain on Kevin Schade and Igor Thiago to ship, with Mbuemo and, in all probability, Wissa gone. Fabio Carvalho and Keane Lewis-Potter, again in his unique position on the wing after filling in at left-back for one of the best a part of two seasons, are nonetheless to indicate they've the attacking flare out vast displayed by their predecessors. The one new participant inflicting a lot pleasure is 20-year-old Antoni Milambo. He's received some dancing toes on him. And it's nice to see Aaron Hickey and Rico Henry again to tighten up our defence; with the skilled Jordan Henderson sitting in entrance of them, I count on us to maintain issues tight on the again with some nice distribution to our ahead line, which remains to be a piece in progress.
We nonetheless have to signal … Replacements for Mbuemo and Wissa. Ipswich's Omari Hutchinson and Bournemouth's Dango Ouattara are amongst these linked.
Our headline-maker is … He's been with us for a yr and has hardly kicked a ball, however Igor Thiago seems to be like a proper character. He appears to be loving life in London.
Proud of this season's new package? I fairly like the brand new residence package, bar the unusual grandad neck. Our new away package is a chocolate brown color. The final time we had a brown away package we didn't win our first away match till January, and received solely received twice all season…
We'll end … 14th. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Arsenal; 3. Chelsea; 4. Man Metropolis. Backside three 18. Everton; 19. Burnley ; 20. Sunderland. First supervisor sacked Nuno Espírito Santo.
Brighton
Europe must be the goal. It's Fabian Hürzeler's second season and we've made extra thrilling additions to the squad. It's gutting to see João Pedro change into the most recent Brighton participant to succumb to the Chelsea nonsense however nobody can wait to see what the Greek children Stefanos Tzimas and Charalampos Kostoulas can convey. Our switch enterprise was principally carried out early within the window so Hürzeler's had an amazing pre-season with no draining abroad tour. With our new Dutch goalkeeping coach, Jelle ten Rouwelaar, we'll hopefully begin saving some penalties, and we are able to say goodbye to our previous wobbly defence now we've received Maxim De Cuyper, Olivier Boscagli and Diego Coppola.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? With João Pedro gone, Danny Welbeck might be key, whereas Brajan Gruda actually began to indicate his high quality on the finish of final season. Charlie Tasker, who has been on the membership since he was eight, was in a number of matchday squads and has had an honest pre-season so be careful for him, too. Weak hyperlinks? We've received Tony Bloom, so we don't have any.
We nonetheless have to signal … We don't want anybody else. If we did Uncle Tony would have gotten them already.
Our headline-maker is … Now Hürzeler has grown up a bit and is almost 32 and a half, he won't get proven the crimson card so usually. So possibly it'll be the ridiculously flamboyant Georginio drawing focus with all his Pokémon playing cards, racehorses and excited babbles to digital camera.
Proud of this season's new package? Soccer shirts are far too costly and glamorous for me however I do love our iconic blue and white stripes. And it appears that evidently this season's model – with a purple away strip – has been properly acquired.
We'll end … sixth. Prime 4 1. Arsenal; 2. Liverpool; 3. Manchester Metropolis; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Crystal Palace; 19. Burnley; 20. Sunderland. First supervisor sacked Graham Potter.
Burnley
I feel we're approaching the Premier League with a distinct technique this time round. Scott Parker is a much more pragmatic coach than Vincent Kompany and we needs to be loads more durable to attain towards. The signings, on paper, look to be good – a mixture of the very skilled (Kyle Walker) and a few youthful expertise to get the followers excited. It's not going to be simple – we all know how huge the hole is – however signing somebody like Walker at the very least offers you an opportunity of constructing the precise tradition to remain up.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Maxime Esteve is vital. The lad is a Rolls-Royce of a footballer and if we're to remain up he'll play a key position within the coronary heart of the defence. The weak hyperlink might be up high – do we've sufficient objectives to outlive? The jury is unquestionably nonetheless out.
We nonetheless have to signal … The apparent areas in the beginning of the window have been a goalkeeper, a robust central midfielder and a striker, and that's in all probability the highest of the procuring record. There's been loads of hyperlinks and it seems to be like we may have one in every of these positions – Martin Dubravka, Lesley Ugochukwu and Armando Broja.
Our headline-maker is … It's received to be Hannibal. I described him a number of instances as a “busy fool” within the opening weeks of final season however after serving a ban for a silly stamp on a Sunderland participant he got here again and was magnificent. He's the sort of participant who will get the opposition riled up and he's the participant away followers will like to hate I'm positive. Apart from that, we've nonetheless received Ashley Barnes who lives for a wind-up, so control him on the touchline warming up.
Proud of the brand new package? Yeah on the entire, two very good kits up to now. Hate betting sponsors, however we're the place we're. Each ought to look incredible on the TV!
We'll end … sixteenth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Arsenal; 3. Manchester Metropolis; 4. Manchester United. Backside three 18. Wolves; 19. Sunderland; 20. Leeds. First supervisor sacked Graham Potter.
Chelsea
I'm cautiously optimistic. The gamers needs to be on a excessive after the Membership World Cup, and hopefully Maresca will develop on his techniques and provides us the thrilling soccer all of us need. This facet is completely able to delivering it. A robust end to final season ought to allow us to push on; high 4 is the minimal expectation, plus a robust exhibiting within the Champions League.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Key once more might be James, Cucurella, Caicedo, Enzo and Palmer, with plenty of rotation among the many remainder of the squad. I don't suppose we'll get the 30-goal-a-season striker our help craves however João Pedro and Delap needs to be entertaining, whereas the stand-out participant among the many promising children is Estêvão. Weaknesses? Whereas Robert Sánchez had an excellent finish to the season in objective I nonetheless see him as a difficulty.
We nonetheless have to signal … I wouldn't be stunned to see Mike Maignan be a part of us. And Forfana's ongoing damage issues might imply we dip in to the market once more. However realistically the remainder of the window is extra about who leaves: Sterling, Chilwell, Disasi and Nkunku are amongst a protracted record searching for exits. Maresca's greatest problem will once more be protecting everybody blissful and he received't have the luxurious of the Convention League to provide squad gamers alternatives.
Our headline-maker is … Cole Palmer is changing into the facet's greatest persona, whether or not that's intentional or not. His pre- and post-match interviews are gold in comparison with the same old media-trained Q&As. His double act with Tosin will hopefully encourage others to return out of their shells.
Proud of the brand new package? It's an honest blue. I'd transfer the cheesy Membership World Cup badge to the sleeve as it can all look a bit busy if/once we get a brand new sponsor.
We'll end … third. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Chelsea; 4. Arsenal. Backside three 18. West Ham; 19. Sunderland; 3. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Daniel Farke.
Crystal Palace
It's been a irritating summer time: it felt like plenty of selections have been on maintain pending a verdict on which European competitors Uefa would allow us to play in. So it's been uneventful, however that's been a optimistic in some methods: Marc Guéhi nonetheless being here's a welcome shock, we've misplaced no different key gamers (but) and we've really strengthened in a few key positions by way of the signing of Walter Benítez as a back-up keeper and Borna Sosa as competitors for Tyrick Mitchell at left-wing again. The goal might be to enhance on final season's factors tally and go deep within the cup competitions as soon as once more.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks Eberechi Eze and Jean-Philippe Mateta have regarded imperious in pre-season, they usually, together with Daniel Muñoz, Adam Wharton and Ismaïla Sarr, might be key to our success. Academy centre-back Mofe Jemide has been given minutes already and ahead Hindolo Mustapha might characteristic. By far a very powerful particular person, although, is Oliver Glasner; the journey he has taken this membership on in such a brief time period is unbelievable and it's crucial that he agrees a brand new contract quickly or there might be plenty of noise on his future because the season advances.
We nonetheless have to signal … Glasner desires one other centre-back, a central midfielder and an attacker. We've been closely linked with defenders Yann Bisseck at Inter and Sporting's Ousmane Diomande – and Good attacker Evann Guessand was talked about earlier than he went to Villa. I wouldn't rule out a mortgage from the Chelsea participant lake, both.
Our headline-maker is … All of us hope Mateta will maintain smiling and kicking nook flags.
Proud of the brand new package? Not dangerous, although the white stripes on the shoulders are too vast. The all-gold package celebrating the FA Cup win has no parts of Palace in it.
We'll end … tenth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. West Ham; 19. Leeds; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Daniel Farke.
Everton
I've received Schrödinger's optimism which is concurrently alive and useless – all of it is determined by the switch window, how and once we can fill the plain gaps in a threadbare squad. I've nice religion in Moyes' skill to get one of the best of what's out there. I count on us to be massively tough to play towards away from residence. We received't rating too many however defensively we might be very robust. How shortly we are able to settle into the brand new stadium is a substantial unknown – one factor for positive is the immense environment it can create. Goal must be Europa League or Convention qualification
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Pickford, Branthwaite, Tarkowski and O'Brien are key. Weaknesses: proper wing, left again, confirmed scorers and artistic midfielders. Bringing Alcaraz again is a plus and Thierno Barry from Villarreal is a big prospect. And be careful for 18-year-old midfielder Harrison Armstrong, who has been on the membership since age of 5.
We nonetheless have to signal … 5 or 6 at a minimal given our squad has solely 19 present members together with Chermitti and Séamus Coleman … Dewsbury Corridor might blossom below Moyes' tutelage. Controversially, I feel Grealish may be the spark we want. Our new recruitment crew/committee has a lot to do. Fortunately funding just isn't the problem it was.
Our headline-maker is … On the pitch it's Pickford, nonetheless an amazing character regardless of his now apparent maturity. Off it, I'm backing Moyes to tackle the elder statesman position amongst top-flight managers. Don't be shy, David!
Proud of this season's new package? Being a grumpy previous man, I feel the brand new Castore package is atrocious. Transferring to our new stadium I needed a traditional (consider the 1970 championship-winning package worn with such panache by Ball, Kendall, Harvey and Royle – royal blue with a spherical white collar). And we nonetheless have that terrible shirt sponsor …
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Fulham
Whereas Marco Silva's on the helm there's loads of optimism about. He's continued to forge a squad stuffed with drive, high quality, togetherness and perception – however, as final season proved, it wants bolstering or there's each likelihood we'll run out of steam as soon as once more. The cosseted mega-wealthy golf equipment have scoured the globe and splashed thousands and thousands on recent expertise, whereas our lot's imaginative and prescient has appeared restricted to SW6 and the native pier. New contracts for Kenny Tete, Josh King, Harry Wilson, Tom Cairney and co (OK, plus a cross-channel sortie to nab back-up keeper Benjamin Lecomte) have been nice enterprise and an indication of stability, however the place's the smattering of recent blood to supply recent competitors for locations, that additional edge and to provide the supporters a carry?
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Curious that the ever-improving Rodrigo Muniz is being linked with different golf equipment when he needs to be established because the membership's fundamental striker for years to return. Regardless of diversified and detached service (or the truth that he's usually sat on the bench!), the 24-year previous's objectives return is spectacular. And possibly King's new long-term contract means he'll get extra sport time too; hope so.
We nonetheless have to signal … The much-mooted return of Reiss Nelson hasn't occurred but, whereas one other winger, Raheem Sterling on the large surplus pile at Chelsea, has additionally been linked. Both approach, I'm relying on Emile Smith-Rowe making a a lot higher impression having arrived late within the day this time final yr with treasured little pre-season coaching or time to completely combine.
Our headline-maker is … There's huge Calvin Bassey, in fact, plus Roadrunner Robinson meep-meeping backwards and forwards down the left, however Marco's the primary man on the native soccer membership.
Proud of this season's new package? Oh it's sensible, no query; it's glossy; however it's all white. Black mark going towards custom with the shorts. The 90s throwback second strip, full with previous badge, seems to be the biz.
We'll end … Let's be daring. ninth. Prime 4 1. Manchester Metropolis; 2. Liverpool; 3. Chelsea; 4. Newcastle. Backside three 18. Brentford; 19. Sunderland; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Keith Andrews.
Leeds
Optimism is poison for newly promoted groups. However Leeds United should not simply any newly promoted crew. Developing the final thrice, in 1964, 1990 and 2020, the Peacocks completed 2nd, 4th and ninth. Historical past gives an ever-present stress at Leeds and survival isn't seen as sufficient. On high of all of the anticipated strain of the Premier League might be a robust inside want for extra, for higher, for correctly reasserting ourselves – after 25 years – again the place we belong. I feel we in all probability will keep up. I feel it in all probability might be fraught.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Summer season transfers have focused on six-footers of their mid-20s, so the spirit of Tony Pulis might have an enormous half to play. After years of froth round Illan Meslier, it'll assist if big-punching new goalie Lucas Perri convinces as No 1. Wilf Gnonto, nonetheless solely 21, is a vigorous winger who desires headlines, whereas we're hoping for some sensations from the subsequent of the Grey line, 16-year-old striker Harry, earlier than inevitably promoting him to Spurs.
We nonetheless have to signal … Forwards. Switch enterprise has beefed up the again however after lacking out on Igor Paixão, telling Pat Bamford he can go and listening to Mateo Joseph has requested to, new attackers are crucial.
Our headline-maker is … I'm an enormous enjoyer of Huge Joe Rodon. There's no extra emotional centre‑half and I'm trying ahead to Monday Night time Soccer evaluation of Joe flinging himself on the ground in 4K, feeling upset.
Proud of this season's new package? Pink bulls make a white shirt appear to be a Pink Bull shirt from Leipzig, New York or anyplace, and one way or the other much less like Leeds. However the blue away package is a pleasant throwback to 2003, Mark Viduka and staying up at Highbury.
We'll end … sixteenth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Crystal Palace; 4. Arsenal. Backside three 18. Manchester United; 19. Brentford; 20. West Ham. First supervisor sacked Keith Andrews.
Liverpool
We've made some nice signings, raided the Bundesliga for Frimpong, Wirtz and Ekitiké and swooped south for Kerkez, with extra to return. Our goal is evident then: to complete high once more and go additional in Europe. And we should strive with out one in every of our stars, Diogo Jota, whose loss is immeasurable, in fact to his household at the beginning. What he meant to the boss, the crew, every particular person participant and the supporters has been evident within the outpourings of affection and respect proven in these previous weeks. We received't overlook him and in doing all we are able to to succeed we are going to honour his reminiscence.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? The brand new signings and the way shortly they settle might be important, however I think about the affect of Alisson, Van Dijk, Salah and Mac Alister will proceed to make the crew tick. Weak hyperlinks can solely be in defence if a number of accidents hit directly. Sixteen-year-old Rio Ngumoha has dazzled pre-season and I count on he'll play a some half, albeit sporadically, and Trey Nyoni continues to look the actual deal.
We nonetheless have to signal … Isak has 4 objectives in six video games towards us. It will be good to see him rating in a crimson shirt. We positively want help on the again, too. We're supposedly monitoring Guéhi at Palace, who's in his final yr of his contract, and Parma's Giovanni Leoni, 18 – one for seasons to return.
Our headline-maker is … Arne Slot. His summer time Ibiza jaunt was picked up on social media, and he's changing into ever extra demonstrative on the touchline.
Proud of this season's new package? Sure, we're again with Adidas – the three stripes include a ton of wonderful recollections – and it has a standard really feel to it, no fancy element or frothy, pointless collar. A shirt of champions.
We'll end … 1st. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. West Ham; 19. Leeds; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Scott Parker.
Manchester Metropolis
I feel most individuals appear to be underrating Metropolis going into the brand new season. Liverpool have clearly carried out eye-catching enterprise and from a place of power, too. However Metropolis have stuffed some key holes (similar to left-back, central midfield) and bolstered the squad when it comes to depth, which was an enormous drawback final season. The goal must be a critical and sustained problem for the title, plus going deep within the Champions League.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Rodri's health might be elementary. We're higher positioned to manage with out him this marketing campaign, however he's clearly good and makes an infinite distinction to how we play. We'd like extra from Haaland this season, each when it comes to performances and output (as mad as which will sound!). And I'm hopeful that Oscar Bobb ought to have the breakthrough season damage robbed him of in 2024-25.
We nonetheless have to signal … The massive gap is undoubtedly right-back. Kyle Walker has moved on and we haven't changed him. Tino Livramento was the highest goal, however it seems like (doubtlessly for diplomatic/political causes between the possession teams) Metropolis have opted out of a deal. It appears as if we're deferring fixing that drawback till subsequent summer time. The massive speaking level for followers now's who leaves from Akanji/Stones/Kovacic/Gündogan, if anybody.
Our headline-maker is … With Grealish within the departure lounge, it'll be Guardiola. Final season was unquestionably his worst at Metropolis, his idiosyncrasies coming to the fore. However hopefully he'll be lifted by the brand new teaching setup round him. Even one of the best want their concepts to be challenged.
Proud of this season's new package? Our residence and away kits are clear, easy. The much less stated in regards to the “rain-inspired” third kit the higher.
We'll end … 1st. Prime 4 1. Manchester Metropolis; 2. Liverpool; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Brentford; 19. Sunderland; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Scott Parker.
Manchester United
It will be exhausting to not enhance. Our new entrance three scored extra league objectives between them final season than our complete crew managed. However we do nonetheless want to interchange the keeper and a central midfielder. Amorim has been ruthless in eradicating gamers and the negativity that has been hanging over the crew, and preseason performances have been promising. I feel a top-six end is achievable. However the place we're within the desk after the powerful opening 10 video games will present us whether or not this group of gamers have the minerals to dig in and construct momentum. Final season we have been bullied as a result of we couldn't deal with the physicality.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? We couldn't convert the probabilities we created final season and so the signings of Cunha, Mbeumo and Sesko have been a precedence. Onana nonetheless appears like a catastrophe ready to occur, although: his positional play is poor, he's indecisive and the distribution skill that he was purchased for appears nonexistent. Amorin continues to play three on the again and Dalot stays poor as a wing again. On the intense facet, Diego León, our 18-year-old left-back, seems to be like a mini Hulk. I count on him to change into a daily.
We nonetheless have to signal … If we are able to do away with Garnacho, Antony and Sancho to remain onside with PSR, I'd like to see us go for Brighton's Carlos Baleba, Sporting's Morten Hjulmand and PSG keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Our headline-maker is … Bruno Fernandes. He carried us final season and not too long ago known as out the homeowners, saying we want signings to boost requirements.
Proud of this season's new package? They're all the identical. Some brilliant spark has had “Theatre of Desires” embroidered into the again. “The Temple of Doom” could also be extra apt after these opening 10 video games.
We'll end … sixth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Sunderland; 19. Wolves; 20. Leeds. First supervisor sacked Keith Andrews.
Newcastle
After final season's heroics we have been approaching this season with cautious optimism, tempered by the PSR straightjacket. However the Isak saga has solid a shadow over the summer time – and we've grown more and more pissed off by shedding out to rivals for switch targets. A method of courting established stars has failed and going into the summer time with no director of soccer, and an outgoing chief govt, couldn't have helped. It's astonishing that on the eve of a four-competition season we've ended up with extra goalkeepers than senior midfielders. But the ace within the pack, Eddie Howe, remains to be right here. We belief him implicitly. So long as we safe reinforcements, a Champions League spot is the intention.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Joelinton, Bruno and Sandro Tonali might go toe to toe with anybody in Europe – we'll want all of their power, guile and fervour to progress. We're additionally blessed with two sensational full-backs in Tino Livramento and Lewis Corridor, whereas Lewis Miley stays our brightest younger hope. However central defence is a priority. Dan Burn and Fabian Schär have legendary standing, however they're not getting any sooner, whereas the injury-blighted Sven Botman is but to get again to his greatest.
We nonetheless have to signal … We've wanted a brand new striker for at the very least two seasons (the place was the succession plan for Callum Wilson?) and that continues to be a precedence, as does a pacey, youthful centre-half: Brighton's Jan Paul van Hecke might match that invoice. A alternative for Sean Longstaff is required too. Conor Gallagher can be ideally suited, however PSR will put him out of attain.
Our headline-maker is … The irrepressible, effervescent boyhood Toon fan Jacob Murphy. He's a wind-up service provider who performs with an enormous grin on his face. Prime lad!
Proud of this season's new package? It's sensible. The blue piping is a pleasant contact. Even higher with the Champions League badge.
We'll end … fifth. Prime 4 1. Manchester Metropolis; 2. Liverpool; 3. Chelsea; 4. Arsenal. Backside three 18. Wolves; 19. Sunderland; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Graham Potter.
Nottingham Forest
Many Reds followers have been fearful in regards to the prospects for the season when Elanga was offered and Morgan Gibbs-White on his approach – however Forest's current switch historical past reveals they have an inclination to make signings late on in the summertime. Final season confirmed that we had an honest first XI however not a lot power in depth when it was wanted, so with a European marketing campaign arising (it will be good to know which competitors, although), we are going to want good reserves for a strong season.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Holding MGW was a large assertion. Many Forest supporters additionally love that it cemented our proprietor and membership as Prime Six Disruptors™, and many journos and followers of rivals don't prefer it… The longer term seems to be good, too: we've a proud document of all the time having an academy product within the squad for the reason that Forties, so Zach Abbott and possibly Jimmy Sinclair might make appearances in Europe and the Carabao Cup.
We nonetheless have to signal … A goalie, full-back(s) and a central defensive midfielder. The potential of former Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz signing from Juventus has been tantalising for the previous couple of weeks, however we're not the one membership who need to convey him again to the Premier League.
Our headline-maker is … Evangelos Marinakis. Apparently it's his fault that the Crystal Palace and Spurs chairmen can't do their admin.
Proud of this season's new package? I've blended emotions about it – I just like the shirt, however I'm additionally sufficiently old to recollect Forest getting relegated sporting pinstripes within the inaugural Premier League season …
We'll end … tenth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Leeds; 19. Brentford; 20. Sunderland. First supervisor sacked Daniel Farke or Graham Potter.
Sunderland
I'm cautiously optimistic. We've been away from the Premier League for a very long time and it's a totally completely different beast now. The distinction this time is that we've invested correctly, we're steady off the pitch, and Le Bris seems to be like he's constructing one thing. Staying up is the plain goal; if we are able to survive and put down a basis, something past that could be a bonus.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? The participant I'm most excited to look at is Chris Rigg. Since breaking into the primary crew he has solely improved, changing into our youngest ever league scorer. He's an enormous prospect and I feel he'll thrive on this stage. Signing Xhaka is huge as properly, not only for his high quality however for his management. With such a younger squad, his voice within the dressing room and on the pitch might be priceless.
We nonetheless have to signal … Defensive cowl: somebody to interchange Chris Mepham following the tip of his mortgage and likewise to supply depth in that space. Our again line carries the largest damage dangers, so I count on a few late loans when different golf equipment finalise their squads. That stated, we've not simply been ready round for scraps this summer time, so there's no telling who may are available.
Our headline-maker is … Luke O'Nien has change into a cult hero, somebody who genuinely understands what it means to like Sunderland. He has already made a reputation for himself along with his interactions with opposition gamers, so who is aware of what he'll rise up to on this league. And Wilson Isidor grew to become a fan favorite final season, most memorably for his celebration towards Middlesbrough when he hooked up his shirt to the nook flag and waved it above his head. Seeing that at St James's Park can be unbelievable.
Proud of this season's new package? I like them. House and away are each top-class from Hummel. The lighthouse on the away, the Bridge Resort Vaults tile sample on the keeper package, and that central crest on the house all really feel spot on.
We'll end … sixteenth. Prime 4 1. Arsenal; 2. Liverpool; 3. Manchester Metropolis; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Wolves; 19. Leeds; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Keith Andrews.
Tottenham
Contemplating we don't do “blueprints” or enable a “challenge” to evolve, Spurs nonetheless sometimes discover solace among the many chaos. Being optimistic needs to be the default start line for each supporter. Nevertheless, the crowing caveat right here is extra cock-a-doodle-don't than do. The goal is to keep away from a debacle by taking part in first rate soccer, a way of that mystical evolution and the avoidance of twenty-two league defeats. Frankly, I feel we'll be positive.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Cuti Romero is more likely to be named captain, that means it's a case of collective accountability all through the squad to galvanise a facet that might be having to manage with out the legend Son. All our youngsters are going out on mortgage; Mikey Moore was the one breaking by way of final season, however this time period he'll be doing that for Rangers as a substitute.
We nonetheless have to signal … What we want each window; the necessities. This summer time, that might imply a full-back, a No 10 (as James Maddison is cursed) and a striker. Doing so would show we need to compete. The fact of it's that we'll simply plod on and see if we are able to wing it once more.
Our headline-maker is … Son was the final remaining treasure of the Maurico Pochettino puzzle the place all of the items at the moment are misplaced for ever. So I'll as properly nominate Mo Kudus, who will little question get a rousing standing ovation on his return to the Olympic Stadium.
Proud of this season's new package? Liking or disliking a package will in the end be outlined by the soccer on the pitch as a result of your recollections might be tethered to what the gamers are sporting once they do no matter it's they do. Win one other cup and the brand new package might be iconic. The black away shirt is scrumptious both approach, although.
We'll end … fifth. Add a 1 in entrance of that later within the season. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Arsenal; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Burnley; 19. Sunderland; 20. Nottingham Forest. Cheeky bid for Gibbs-White subsequent summer time? First supervisor sacked Graham Potter.
West Ham
Regardless of the sale of Mohammed Kudus I'm pretty optimistic now Potter has had a full pre-season with the squad and a profitable US tour. It was all the time tough becoming Bowen and Kudus in the identical crew; hopefully there's now house for “Jimmy” Summerville to get going. Niclas Füllkrug seems to be match and sharp which could make all of the distinction. If we're taking part in wingbacks then a lot will rely on new signing Diouf, who can actually whip in a cross, and the superb Wan-Bissaka.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? Paquetá being discovered harmless of spot-fixing means we'd have again the participant of two years in the past, whereas Bowen will, as ever, be essential. We've received to hope that plenty of final season's signings will enhance or keep match of their second season, similar to Füllkrug, Summerville, Kilman and Todibo. The return of Aguerd (he ought to by no means have been loaned out) will assist on the again. The weak hyperlink might be a one-paced central midfield. Potter has a popularity for giving children an opportunity and Luis Guilherme, Freddie Potts, Callum Marshall, George Earthy and Ollie Scarles may all get video games.
We nonetheless have to signal … Walker-Peters is an efficient squad signing however we want extra velocity and dynamism in midfield as Soucek, Álvarez and Ward-Prowse should not too cellular. Douglas Luiz and Villa's Rogers have been talked about, however appear unlikely. We additionally want a younger striker to compete with Füllkrug. The injury-prone Callum Wilson is a superb finisher to have on the bench, however at 33 is a short-term gamble.
Our headline-maker is … Jarrod Bowen is Mr West Ham (and now Mr Dani Dyer), although if you'd like offended outbursts then Füllkrug has kind. I'll wager on Paquetá doing one thing thrilling too.
Proud of this season's new package? Unsure why we're sponsored by Susan Boyle Sports activities. The house package is OK however ought to have blue arms. I want a white away package to the brand new ecru one, however I just like the navy third package with the large hammers on it.
We'll end … tenth. Prime 4 1. Liverpool; 2. Manchester Metropolis; 3. Chelsea; 4. Arsenal. Backside three 18. Brentford; 19. Sunderland; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Régis Le Bris.
Wolves
With 9 of the primary crew squad leaving, together with Cunha, Aït-Nouri and Semedo, optimism is briefly provide. Important funds have been generated early within the window, elevating hopes of a fast overhaul, however recruitment has come at a trickle up to now. Attacking midfielder Fer López has clear potential, wingback David Møller Wolfe can hopefully fill the void left by Aït-Nouri and, by all accounts, ahead Jhon Arias is a possible Premier League star within the making. However the squad nonetheless seems to be brief in a number of areas. Survival needs to be the minimal requirement in what's now our eighth consecutive top-flight season, however it nonetheless appears like the primary goal with no significant indicators of ambition.
Key gamers/weak hyperlinks? We've misplaced plenty of craft, so it's essential we're strong on the again to compensate. We'd like Emmanuel Agbadou to proceed his positive kind from final season and people round him (Toti Gomes, João Gomes and André) to maintain the crew compact. Additional ahead, Jorgen Strand Larsen has to fireside once more and Jhon Arias can hopefully compensate for Cunha's departure. England u18s winger Mateus Mane made his Premier League debut final season and didn't look misplaced in that transient cameo. He might characteristic once more, particularly if the membership fails to bulk out the dwindling vast attacking areas.
We nonetheless have to signal … I'd like 4 gamers – a proper wingback, a central midfielder and at the very least two who can function throughout the entrance three positions. Almost all of our recruitment comes from Europe and South America so I'll be stunned if we transfer for any home gamers. Nonetheless, somebody like James McAtee or Harvey Elliott would tick plenty of packing containers.
Our headline-maker is … The supervisor has change into the id of the crew along with his “first the factors, then the pints” mantra. On the pitch, Yerson Mosquera is a stellar wind-up service provider, so if he will get minutes count on some shenanigans.
Proud of this season's new package? Sure, I'll give the membership credit score for a sensible residence package. In all probability nonetheless a bit yellow for some individuals's liking, however the collar is a pleasant change of tempo and I just like the understated sample.
We'll end … sixteenth. Prime 4 1. Arsenal; 2. Liverpool; 3. Manchester Metropolis; 4. Chelsea. Backside three 18. Sunderland; 19. Brentford; 20. Burnley. First supervisor sacked Keith Andrews.
