Premier League Prediction Thread 2024/2025

[mammusu]

I also think that Chelsea will still find it quite difficult to reach the top four next season with the current squad condition, but on the other hand I also don't think Chelsea will fight to avoid relegation because Chelsea will definitely be able to save themselves in the middle of the table like in the top ten or below next season. In addition, the Premier League which is still known for its strong competition from every opponent can also benefit a team like Chelsea because after all Chelsea is not the worst team in the Premier League.

It's hard to say what Chelsea are capable of with Maresca until the season starts, but I don't see how they can fight for the Champions League zone. The team has progressed with Pochettino, and if he had stayed as coach, I would have expected Chelsea to be able to do it, but Maresca is changing everything at his own discretion again and I can't imagine what Chelsea can be like, but for now I find it hard to believe that they will be able to fight with the teams from the top of the table.

It seems like there is nothing wrong with the Chelsea squad which is made up of mostly young players and of course they will just need time to develop, currently a lot of criticism continues to attack Maresca after Chelsea poor performance in several friendly matches, I think what happened to Maresca and Chelsea is currently still very reasonable, because however the majority of players currently owned by Chelsea are almost all new players who were brought in during the summer transfer market, so Maresca still really needs time to make them into a unit that has chemistry between players in club at this time, next season maybe we won't see Chelsea in the top 4 but I'm quite sure they will still be able to stay in the top 10, the journey to see Chelsea develop will still take a lot of time so it's best for the fans to remain patient in supporting the real Chelsea has started a new era with a young squad.

[barisbilgili]

I also think that Chelsea will still find it quite difficult to reach the top four next season with the current squad condition, but on the other hand I also don't think Chelsea will fight to avoid relegation because Chelsea will definitely be able to save themselves in the middle of the table like in the top ten or below next season. In addition, the Premier League which is still known for its strong competition from every opponent can also benefit a team like Chelsea because after all Chelsea is not the worst team in the Premier League.

It's hard to say what Chelsea are capable of with Maresca until the season starts, but I don't see how they can fight for the Champions League zone. The team has progressed with Pochettino, and if he had stayed as coach, I would have expected Chelsea to be able to do it, but Maresca is changing everything at his own discretion again and I can't imagine what Chelsea can be like, but for now I find it hard to believe that they will be able to fight with the teams from the top of the table.

Although it is difficult, the possibility is still there because Chelsea already has a strong enough team framework and also many quality players so it is not so difficult for Enzo Maresca to be able to build this team and compete at the top of the Premier League standings, but the percentage for that is small, I admit that but I see it quite optimistically. Enzo Maresca is a fairly qualified coach, he only needs full support from Chelsea management and even if in his first season he cannot bring Chelsea to the best position at least Chelsea management must be able to give Enzo Maresca several seasons to be able to build the team with the process.

[abhiseshakana]

Although it is difficult, the possibility is still there because Chelsea already has a strong enough team framework and also many quality players so it is not so difficult for Enzo Maresca to be able to build this team and compete at the top of the Premier League standings, but the percentage for that is small, I admit that but I see it quite optimistically. Enzo Maresca is a fairly qualified coach, he only needs full support from Chelsea management and even if in his first season he cannot bring Chelsea to the best position at least Chelsea management must be able to give Enzo Maresca several seasons to be able to build the team with the process.

When Chelsea chose Enzo Maresca to be their coach, I think it's a gamble because even though Maresca can bring Leicester back to the Premier League but the story could be different if he managed a team that had to fight in the Premier League, and this will be his first experience in the Premier League as a manager. Obviously, it won't be easy because unlike at Leicester, he will be under quite a lot of pressure at Chelsea because Chelsea is expected to return to the top.

[bering]

Out of the 3 new promoted teams into the English Premier League, Ipswich Town has spent the most money in the transfer market to bolster up their squad currently. I think Ipswich Town might be one of the black horse to look for once the English Premier League season starts as they only lost 6 games in the English Championship League last season after 46 games played and they are the only team with the least losses among 24 teams on the table.

A bit surprised to see how Ipswich is really active in the summer window. Very nice to see Ipswich get some depth in at good value. I'm keen to see for a couple more big transfers in the next week though. We're still a few weeks away from the end of the summer window, and that's enough time to add more depth to Ipswich's squad.
Two days ago, Ipswich announced their sixth new signing, Conor Townsend. That looks impressive. It seems Ipswich is strengthening its squad. Their main goal is to stay in the EPL.



But we can't use Ipswich's Championship performance to guess their EPL form. For example, Burnley had a perfect season under Kompany. They were promoted to the EPL but were relegated back to the Championship.
Hopefully, Ipswich will manage to stay in the EPL much longer.

According to Ipswich transfer list i have seen Conor Townsend is became an the 6th player who bought by Ipswich this summer and indeed Ipswich is very active to buy the players to strengthen their squad and people have already know about this before because after always be playing at lower division finally Ipswich has successfully to return to Premier League again and it took 22 years for Ipswich to playing again at the highest level of competition in England so i am sure they don't want to be relegated and want to stayed much longer

About Conor Townsend i think he is very lucky Ipswich was bought him from West Brom because before Ipswich has decide to bought him Conor Townsend mostly spend his time to playing at championship division and this is the first time for him to playing at high level of competition such as Premier League but he have to realize that Premier League is different compared to Championship division and he have to showing to Ipswich fans that he deserved to joining with this team

Besides Conor Townsend i have realize that Ipswich has permanent Omari Hutchinson status from Chelsea and i think this is good transfer for Ipswich because Omari Hutchinson progress with this team is very good and last season Kieran McKenna is really trust him to playing regularly and Omari Hutchinson performance is not dissapointing because he can scores 10 goals at championship division and i think for next season Omari Hutchinson can being an the key player of Ipswich

[legendbtc]

I also think that Chelsea will still find it quite difficult to reach the top four next season with the current squad condition, but on the other hand I also don't think Chelsea will fight to avoid relegation because Chelsea will definitely be able to save themselves in the middle of the table like in the top ten or below next season. In addition, the Premier League which is still known for its strong competition from every opponent can also benefit a team like Chelsea because after all Chelsea is not the worst team in the Premier League.

It's hard to say what Chelsea are capable of with Maresca until the season starts, but I don't see how they can fight for the Champions League zone. The team has progressed with Pochettino, and if he had stayed as coach, I would have expected Chelsea to be able to do it, but Maresca is changing everything at his own discretion again and I can't imagine what Chelsea can be like, but for now I find it hard to believe that they will be able to fight with the teams from the top of the table.

I never thought this team would make it into the top 4 this season. Chelsea struggled in mid-table for much of the 2023/24 season, but have won their last five games to move up to sixth. Those investing in Chelsea should understand that this is a long-term process and it will take time before they can return to the top 4. It was a two-three year project before Chelsea's youth squad took the team back to the Champions League. The chaos at Stamford Bridge under Todd Boehly continued as Mauricio Pochettino departed at the end of the season, with Enzo Maresca as his replacement. Enzo Maresca needs to rebuild the team's winning spirit.

I believe that if Christopher Nkunku can maintain his best form, he has the class and experience to form a partnership with Cole Palmer, thereby at least helping Chelsea return to the Champions League, where this team belongs. Of course, we can't predict the future. But at the moment, Chelsea look unlikely to break into the top four immediately.

[armanda90]

When Chelsea chose Enzo Maresca to be their coach, I think it's a gamble because even though Maresca can bring Leicester back to the Premier League but the story could be different if he managed a team that had to fight in the Premier League, and this will be his first experience in the Premier League as a manager. Obviously, it won't be easy because unlike at Leicester, he will be under quite a lot of pressure at Chelsea because Chelsea is expected to return to the top.

Appointing Enzo Maresca as new manager seems big gambling did by Chelsea's management, his reputation as success manager in EFL Championship after promoting Leicester City can't guarantee will easily make Chelsea reach the higher standings for next season.
Actually, Enzo Maresca less experienced with big Premier League team except as Pep Guardiola assistant manager but its not enough for him acceptable big challenge to bring Chelsea reach the top fourth position standings in his first season.

Get huge pressure when become Chelsea manager after getting much money and Enzo Maresca have signed several top players, looking how much money spent for winter transfer fees I think he must bring Chelsea to Premier League tittle race with Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool or he will loss position as manager such as what happen before with Pochettino.

[slapper]

Why would you say that Chelsea ate not planning of winning the league to to finish on top four when this was the reason why the management fired Pocchetino to achieve success but I don't see them on that track because it might only be a dream.

Selling the players that are more experienced in the club is a wrong move and that can affect the performance of the club. Maybe the new coach already have his own players that will suit his game strategy at hand.

Haha maybe that's his personal opinion but the fact is that almost all clubs are fighting to win the title it's just that they know their capabilities and they sometimes don't want to expect more, especially for Chelsea I believe they are one of the clubs that are aiming for the title since the last 3 seasons and that is also the reason why they spent a lot of money in 2 transfer windows. For next season, Chelsea is not the main candidate to win the title but for the top 4, I think it is not impossible and currently Chelsea is preparing a young squad maybe not for this season but who knows next season. I believe Chelsea is one of the elite clubs in the Premier League and never thought that they would be relegated.

Last season at the very end they actually picked themselves up and started to move forward. They sat halfway through the season in mid-table and at the end of the season they climbed to 6th place. I'm sure if they had more time they could have fought for 5th or even 4th place. So I'm not writing them off for the new season

It was risky to fire Pochettino, but Enzo Maresca may be Chelsea's mad scientist. This dude's got a vision, and if the squad buys into it, we could see some fireworks

They turned around a bad season. Maresca can build on their grit and resolve. If he can rapidly install his system and get these guys playing well, Chelsea might challenge City and Arsenal for a top-four finish

This requires adaption. Can these players acquire Maresca's strategies quickly? Can they keep their deadly instinct from last season? If so, a Champions League spot is in sight. This isn't a fantasy. Chelsea have skill, drive, and a new coach who may be the missing piece. Buckle up and get to know this team

[Blitzboy]

I also think that Chelsea will still find it quite difficult to reach the top four next season with the current squad condition, but on the other hand I also don't think Chelsea will fight to avoid relegation because Chelsea will definitely be able to save themselves in the middle of the table like in the top ten or below next season. In addition, the Premier League which is still known for its strong competition from every opponent can also benefit a team like Chelsea because after all Chelsea is not the worst team in the Premier League.

It's hard to say what Chelsea are capable of with Maresca until the season starts, but I don't see how they can fight for the Champions League zone. The team has progressed with Pochettino, and if he had stayed as coach, I would have expected Chelsea to be able to do it, but Maresca is changing everything at his own discretion again and I can't imagine what Chelsea can be like, but for now I find it hard to believe that they will be able to fight with the teams from the top of the table.

Maresca taking over after Pochettino was just getting things stable is a major move. However, our young workforce is hungry and talented.  No guarantee it'll be easy. Road obstacles are inevitable. But thats how great things are made, right? You conquer obstacles and become stronger.

Chelsea demonstrated it before. Recall last season? We turned around and ended strong from the center of the table. This club has the tenacity and determination.

So top four may be unlikely this season. These young athletes are ready to commit to Maresca's mission. Please give them time to establish their groove and build team chemistry. I think they'll surprise many. Everything is doable with good leadership and attitude.

[Oluwa-btc]

Out of the 3 new promoted teams into the English Premier League, Ipswich Town has spent the most money in the transfer market to bolster up their squad currently. I think Ipswich Town might be one of the black horse to look for once the English Premier League season starts as they only lost 6 games in the English Championship League last season after 46 games played and they are the only team with the least losses among 24 teams on the table.

They should be.. First, they have a sound coach who will definitely thrive in the Premier League Competition. That's only if he has the player's to carry out his ideas and tactics.. I also do not see them getting relegated back to the Championship at the end of the new season approaching.

As for Chelsea, why forcefully pushing out your academy players? In between that midfied has got to many players who they need to sell. The likes of Ugochukwu and Chukwuemeka are such names, they should sell them so they can concentrate on a little few.
I do not like how Trevor Chalobah and Conor Gallagher has been treated in the last few weeks. I'm hoping Conor Gallagher accepts the move to Atletico Madrid rather than treat him like an outsider. The management of Chelsea indeed sucks if they have any direct hands in this.

Chelsea will have to start the season we'll, they need to do all they can to beat Manchester City during that opening game of the season.

[OcTradism]

It was risky to fire Pochettino, but Enzo Maresca may be Chelsea's mad scientist.

The decision to fire Pochettino is very unfair for this coach, and I hope that Chelsea won't regret by making this tough and unfair decision on a coach who helped them to partially resolve their crisis and jumped up very impressively in late of past season.

This dude's got a vision, and if the squad buys into it, we could see some fireworks

They turned around a bad season. Maresca can build on their grit and resolve. If he can rapidly install his system and get these guys playing well, Chelsea might challenge City and Arsenal for a top-four finish

This requires adaption. Can these players acquire Maresca's strategies quickly? Can they keep their deadly instinct from last season? If so, a Champions League spot is in sight. This isn't a fantasy. Chelsea have skill, drive, and a new coach who may be the missing piece. Buckle up and get to know this team

I have no impression on Maresca and even he is a good coach, he will need time to adapt to first job at a biggest club in his career. It's not easy to change from a small, average club to a big club like Chelsea with so much expectation and pressure. He will be given more money for transfers, have more star players to use but pressure is simply huge and it isn't easy to deal with.

I really didn't think that Chelsea and Pochettino will separate each other at the end of last season. Difference in plans for future forces them to separate each other and Chelsea will possibly pay high cost in a new season that will begin soon.

[Majestic-milf]

I don't think the coach of the Reds Arne Slot would be pleased with the kind of performance they had against Arsenal, if he is ok with everything in that game then Liverpool are going to find it hard to get the team play as a unit and get better results when it comes to the big 6 teams in the EPL and the clubs in the champions league. To me I don't see anything special about the Liverpool side, let's forget the fact that Arteta and his boys was joking about the game, Liverpool need to identify their problem before it becomes too late for the team and they haven't gotten any player in this transfer window, seems they don't feel like adding any new player to the squad but someone might leave Liverpool soon.

From the looks of things, he seemed pleased by their performance and was also heard commending them on their efforts. If you look at things, they are the only club that hasn't made any signings and that should tell you a lot. Liverpool will either be better than when Klopp left them or they will be a shadow of themselves, all depending on how Arne Slot handles the team and we'd see when the season starts if Liverpool will remain the threat they were last season and if Anfield will be a dreaded ground for teams or not.

[wmaurik]

Although it is difficult, the possibility is still there because Chelsea already has a strong enough team framework and also many quality players so it is not so difficult for Enzo Maresca to be able to build this team and compete at the top of the Premier League standings, but the percentage for that is small, I admit that but I see it quite optimistically. Enzo Maresca is a fairly qualified coach, he only needs full support from Chelsea management and even if in his first season he cannot bring Chelsea to the best position at least Chelsea management must be able to give Enzo Maresca several seasons to be able to build the team with the process.

The problem is that Chelsea management still often fires its new coach when there are no good results in a full season as happened to the previous coach last season. So that at least has made Enzo Maresca improve his ability to train all the players in the team better by providing ways that can make the Chelsea team rise next season. However, when the results obtained by the Chelsea team are still far from their expectations, of course Chelsea management also does not need to fire Enzo Maresca at the end of the season as has happened to several previous coaches at Chelsea.

[topbitcoin]

I also think that Chelsea will still find it quite difficult to reach the top four next season with the current squad condition, but on the other hand I also don't think Chelsea will fight to avoid relegation because Chelsea will definitely be able to save themselves in the middle of the table like in the top ten or below next season. In addition, the Premier League which is still known for its strong competition from every opponent can also benefit a team like Chelsea because after all Chelsea is not the worst team in the Premier League.

It's hard to say what Chelsea are capable of with Maresca until the season starts, but I don't see how they can fight for the Champions League zone. The team has progressed with Pochettino, and if he had stayed as coach, I would have expected Chelsea to be able to do it, but Maresca is changing everything at his own discretion again and I can't imagine what Chelsea can be like, but for now I find it hard to believe that they will be able to fight with the teams from the top of the table.

We can't compare Poche's work method last season with Maresca's work method next season because Maresca still has to prove himself that he is worthy as Poche's replacement for next season.
It's just that the problem is still the same where the adaptation and scheme that will be carried out seem immature for Enzo Maresca at this time.

The friendly match was used as an event to temporarily assess what will happen next season for Chelsea and during the friendly match, there were several things that still had to be fixed which of course this was a tough job for Enzo because the teamwork and chemistry that was built were still not in accordance with expectations so that when he wanted to aim for a better position for Chelsea, Enzo Maresca had to work harder because the situation was not favorable for him now.

[knowngunman]

I also think that Chelsea will still find it quite difficult to reach the top four next season with the current squad condition, but on the other hand I also don't think Chelsea will fight to avoid relegation because Chelsea will definitely be able to save themselves in the middle of the table like in the top ten or below next season. In addition, the Premier League which is still known for its strong competition from every opponent can also benefit a team like Chelsea because after all Chelsea is not the worst team in the Premier League.

It's not about their squad, it is about management. Chelsea poor performance last season was not as a result of squad, it was how Pottechino was making use of the wrong players in the wrong position. If we want to talk about squad, Chelsea is not the club with the weakest squad in the Premier league but their couch failed to utilize them very well. If Enzo will make use of different approach and use the players accordingly and where they are best good at, Chelsea will definitely make a different season better than what they showcase last season. Towards the end of last season, we all saw how their game pattern changed when Pottechino started using the appropriate players combination.

[Adiljutt156]

The friendly match between Liverpool and Arsenal is taking place now. These are two of the most renowned and powerful teams in the Premier League. And Liverpool and Arsenal are expected to battle it out for the Premier League title next season. Both have strong squads.

Liverpool have Mohamed Salah and Diego Jota in attack. Also Arsenal are playing with their main squad today. Arsenal's squad has talented players like Jesus, Martinelli and Odegaard. Both teams will definitely want to win. But since this is a friendly match, neither team will play much attacking strategy.

The Liverpool team got the lead with Salah's goal in just 13 minutes of the match. Liverpool are leading 1-0 at the end of 30 minutes. Although Arsenal have created several good attacking opportunities, the team has not been able to make a single shot on target so far.

Liverpool football team won the match by 2-1 goals . Match was interesting and both team were of equal strength and I liked their game. Liverpool team shots were more powerful and shots of Arsenal team were more in number .  I expected that Arsenal team will win this match because their passes were also mor and their players gave their hundred percent to win this match but today was unlucky day for them but I think they are best team and they are hard working team and they will learn from their mistakes and will be strong in next matches. Carvalho did second goal for the team and he did goal in the 34 minutes of match  and after that Havertz did goal for his country but his country could not win this match. Congratulations to Liverpool due to great performance In this match.

[Dailyscript]

Out of the 3 new promoted teams into the English Premier League, Ipswich Town has spent the most money in the transfer market to bolster up their squad currently. I think Ipswich Town might be one of the black horse to look for once the English Premier League season starts as they only lost 6 games in the English Championship League last season after 46 games played and they are the only team with the least losses among 24 teams on the table.

A bit surprised to see how Ipswich is really active in the summer window. Very nice to see Ipswich get some depth in at good value. I'm keen to see for a couple more big transfers in the next week though. We're still a few weeks away from the end of the summer window, and that's enough time to add more depth to Ipswich's squad.
Two days ago, Ipswich announced their sixth new signing, Conor Townsend. That looks impressive. It seems Ipswich is strengthening its squad. Their main goal is to stay in the EPL.



But we can't use Ipswich's Championship performance to guess their EPL form. For example, Burnley had a perfect season under Kompany. They were promoted to the EPL but were relegated back to the Championship.
Hopefully, Ipswich will manage to stay in the EPL much longer.

What is more surprising is how most of the teams has really strengthen up their team by buying good players this season. It would be a lot tougher for the top teams because most of the underdogs wont be underdogs anymore. Crystal palace is going to be on fire, Aston Villa has the plyers fit for the fight, also i wont forget Fulham and Southampton preparation as well. Am certain that Manchester City wont be able to win much of their matches this season if care is not taking. I dont see them winning the league at all. And with how Arsenal had played last season they are likely to be the only team that can withstand the pressure for the upcoming season. Since they have the best goal keeper and strong defense so far.

Ipswich Town with six signing for the season which would start soon enough. Thats a good one for the team. I know they came back into the league recently and they dont want to go out of the league anytime soon. If they play so well then there wont be relegation for them.

[Sexylizzy2813]

I don't think the coach of the Reds Arne Slot would be pleased with the kind of performance they had against Arsenal, if he is ok with everything in that game then Liverpool are going to find it hard to get the team play as a unit and get better results when it comes to the big 6 teams in the EPL and the clubs in the champions league. To me I don't see anything special about the Liverpool side, let's forget the fact that Arteta and his boys was joking about the game, Liverpool need to identify their problem before it becomes too late for the team and they haven't gotten any player in this transfer window, seems they don't feel like adding any new player to the squad but someone might leave Liverpool soon.

From the looks of things, he seemed pleased by their performance and was also heard commending them on their efforts. If you look at things, they are the only club that hasn't made any signings and that should tell you a lot. Liverpool will either be better than when Klopp left them or they will be a shadow of themselves, all depending on how Arne Slot handles the team and we'd see when the season starts if Liverpool will remain the threat they were last season and if Anfield will be a dreaded ground for teams or not.

He should be proud of his team because he got the best result in that game but he shouldn't be too comfortable about his squad because the heat hasn't started yet, EPL and champions league games and the domestic league games too are to be worried about, we know they haven't gotten anything in the market which we also know that they need the team to be more than he is seeing it as "ok to go".
No matter how this manager Arne Slot wants to handle the Liverpool team I still don't see them becoming as tough as they were when Klopp was in charge, they need to bring in some new faces to make the team look more mobile. To me I think smaller clubs will make a mess out of Liverpool more than they can imagine especially their long time rivals Everton. Come to think of it Ipswich has been busy doing stuff in the market and you feel Liverpool can survive the heat against such a busy team? I haven't mentioned some of the teams who finished the top 4, Aston Villa, Arsenal, Man City and the others are going to get the best of Liverpool, so all I'm saying is, the Reds will find it hard to play as strong as they did last season.

[Altryist]

He should be proud of his team because he got the best result in that game but he shouldn't be too comfortable about his squad because the heat hasn't started yet, EPL and champions league games and the domestic league games too are to be worried about, we know they haven't gotten anything in the market which we also know that they need the team to be more than he is seeing it as "ok to go".
No matter how this manager Arne Slot wants to handle the Liverpool team I still don't see them becoming as tough as they were when Klopp was in charge, they need to bring in some new faces to make the team look more mobile. To me I think smaller clubs will make a mess out of Liverpool more than they can imagine especially their long time rivals Everton. Come to think of it Ipswich has been busy doing stuff in the market and you feel Liverpool can survive the heat against such a busy team? I haven't mentioned some of the teams who finished the top 4, Aston Villa, Arsenal, Man City and the others are going to get the best of Liverpool, so all I'm saying is, the Reds will find it hard to play as strong as they did last season.

So far I like how Liverpool plays without Klopp, maybe this is still Klopp's work and for now Slot don't have a greater impact on the team, but so far I do not even rule out that Liverpool will be able to start this season well. If they can beat Arsenal, no matter that it is a friendly match, then this is a good indicator. And maybe Slot will become the discovery of this season and will be able to compete with Liverpool against City and Arsenal. At least Slot did not make any cardinal changes in the team, so we can see the same team.

[Promocodeudo]

Well, if Pochettino is given time this season, of course we hope to see Chelsea in the top 4 or competing hard with Manchester City and Arsenal and that could happen.
But unfortunately management fired Pochettino which makes us doubt their progress this season. The reason I hesitate is because the players have to adapt again to the new style of play from their new coach, even though last season their game was very good.
Even though that's just my assumption, I hope that Chelsea can return to the top spot and play again in the Champions League. Let's wait and see whether Enzo Maresca will succeed in bringing significant changes to the team's progress or whether he will be fired again.

Enzo Maresca himself is trying to create such good changes at Chelsea and his fans have also begun to hope that what Enzo Maresca will do can provide much better results for Chelsea even though I myself still doubt what Enzo Maresca will achieve at Chelsea because the competition in the Premier League always looks fiercer and quite high. However, it is also very important for any party to give time to the new Chelsea coach because that has been the decision of Chelsea itself after firing Pochettino at the end of last season due to the less than impressive performance of the Chelsea team itself.

Whatever Enzo Maresca is doing at Chelsea now is definitely not the right thing to do based on the results from their preseason outing. If they put up this performance in their first match against Man City, then they will be giving Man City a chance to sit at the top of the league from the very beginning of the season and that is what I don't really like because it will discourage a lot of teams and make the entire season boring and less competitive like some leagues that people easily know the winner of the title from the first matches. I expect fierce competition this season just like we had last season so that any sides that eventually win the league will know they put a lot of efforts to get it. 

I agree with you to an extent, in as much as pre-season are not considered as serious games,Chelsea is not putting up good play as a team, with what I have observed and seen so far, Chelsea will not get a good result in their encounter with Manchester city,  for now I reserve some comments untill the season starts fully before I can say anything but reacting to what you said, let it be that what Enzo Maresca is doing with his team is a preseason joke if not, it will be very difficult for Chelsea the pride of London this coming season, let me also state it categorically that even though Manchester City win Chelsea in their first match of the season it doesn't mean that they won't lose any match again neither is it a trophy win for them,  Manchester City is very good team know doubt, are you trying to say that Manchester city defeating chelasea will determine  the fate of other football teams in the English premiership in the new season, personally I feel that anyone can be at the top of league table in the beginning of the season but that doesnt mean that they have won the trophy, for the past few seasons, Arsenal has always been at the top but at the end they won't still lift the trophy, there are more football tasty teams that are coming from relegation and i believe some of them wont like going back to where they are coming from, so with my observation I see a highly competitive season ahead in the English premiership.

[Leviathan.007]

While some strong teams in the Premier League like Manchester United and Arsenal are trying to hire more players and get their teams improved, I think we shouldn't forget about teams like Fulham since they also had good performance in the last season and now it seems Fulham hired Emile Smith Rowe the player of Arsenal.
Emile Smith Rowe is a young player and he is only a 24-year-old player. Emile Smith Rowe started his career in Arsenal and now he left the team at Fulham. He signed a 5-year contract with Fulham and I think Arsenal will feel regret because of losing a player like Smith Rowe.