Premier League Prediction Thread 2025/2026

[Solokan]

Well honestly I still don’t think Manchester United will get a champions league spot next season, the competition for the champions league space is very hard, I would say I t easier to win the league than getting a champions league space in England now. Amongst all team challenging for the top 4 next season Manchester United is the team that is less prepared, I think they need to bring in a quality goal keeper, Defender too and a prolific striker. They are currently making a move for sesko with Newcastle also in talks with him, I really hope they get him.

It is very hard for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League. But I think they can do it if Manchester united can strengthen their defensive lineup. Manchester united have bought  Mbeumo and Cunha. And there are strong rumors that Benjamin Sesko is their next target. Manchester United want to buy Sesko in any way. If these three are in Manchester United's attack next season, then Manchester United's attacking lineup  will undoubtedly  be stronger this season than in any previous season. I am optimistic about Manchester United.

Of course there is nothing impossible for Manchester United to be able to win tickets to the champions league in the coming season if for example all lines can be good and Manchester United continues to bring in strong new players. Of course, according to the news Manchester united really want Sesko from Leipzig and indeed if he defends Manchester united then there is certainly the potential for Manchester united to become a strong team and of course it will certainly be a team that is respected in the coming season and certainly the ideals of Manchester united will also have the potential to be carried out to achieve a good ranking. but if it is not wrong if Manchester united fails to bring Sesko, of course, if it is not wrong, Ollie Watkins will be the next Manchester united target to be brought in if Sesko fails to come.

I am personally also optimistic for the future of Manchester United because it is clear from his current performance that Manchester United is showing good progress. and of course at this time Amorim started from the beginning of the season and surely we will see how he builds Manchester United in the coming season. But if for example Manchester United fails to win tickets to the UCL next season, of course Manchester United will not be ashamed because considering the position of Manchester United at the end of last season which finished at the 15 of the rankings. but if to win tickets to the Europa League too, of course it's a good step and will certainly be more realistic and will still be appreciated by everyone if Manchester United can increase its ranking next season even though it doesn't win tickets to the UCL and Europa League.

[Publictalk792]

United should not be expected to do better this season. I mean in a "better" sense that they may not finish 15th, sure they can finish higher, but expecting them to be in top 4 or something? That is just a delusion and you are not going to see that. They didn't even do that many transfers, just two players so far, how could you expect them to do better?

I expect them to miss out on UEFA places once again, because neither Amorim showed any improvement after he took over, nor any players got any better. They need some more transfers for that to happen, if they do end up with 2-3 more players before the summer window closes, then yeah maybe they will get better, but the league is starting soon and they still didn't make a move yet.

We know Manchester United has only brought in two new players so far it is too early to say they can not finish in top four. New manager Ruben Amorim is great strategist who can improve team. Current players like Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford are still very talented and they can become more consistent under his leadership. But finishing in top four is tough goal it is not impossible with new coach and strong team especially since there is still time to sign more players

[Toro iskandar]

It is very hard for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League. But I think they can do it if Manchester united can strengthen their defensive lineup. Manchester united have bought  Mbeumo and Cunha. And there are strong rumors that Benjamin Sesko is their next target. Manchester United want to buy Sesko in any way. If these three are in Manchester United's attack next season, then Manchester United's attacking lineup  will undoubtedly  be stronger this season than in any previous season. I am optimistic about Manchester United.

Everyone is waiting for Manchester United to return to its glory days, but for now, I'd rather wait and see how Ruben Amorim brings his first changes to the club.
Last season, the manager simply continued the players Erik Ten Hag had developed, and now I'm eager to see if the new manager can bring something exciting to the club.

Regarding Šeško, it seems Manchester United shouldn't get their hopes up, as I've heard rumors that Leipzig will retain the player.
Perhaps Amorim should look for other alternatives.

[Gallar]

If you mean that the cause of Manchester United's poor performance in the previous season was due to the limited time Amorim had, I personally don't really agree with that. Because basically if it's true, time was a barrier for Amorim in the previous season, why until the end of the season Manchester United's performance was still bad.

He was not given enough good players as he wanted and did not have players who can be matched with his favorite tactics. Additionally, he had limited time to work with his players for performances in Premier League matches. I believe these two reasons are big enough to affect his management quality for Manchester United but it is only acceptable in the past season, and no longer acceptable in a coming season.

Yes, if next season Manchester United's performance is bad and Amorim uses the excuse of not having enough time anymore, of course this cannot be tolerated anymore. Because basically at this time Manchester United have brought in several players who might fit the criteria of the players Amorim wants. So with this Amorim cannot reason anymore at this time. Because at this time Amorim has time and has also been given players who are in accordance with his wishes. So with that, we just have to see how Amorim proves it.

In addition, currently the players who are not included in Amorim's plans, such as Garnacho and Jadon Sancho, there is no news that they will be sold or loaned out. So Manchester United should move quickly to sell these two players. Because it looks like Garnacho and Sancho are reluctant to play at Manchester United. So instead of making them indeterminate goals, I think they should leave Manchester United as soon as possible, whether it's on loan or on sale. Because we can see Rasphord himself when he left Manchester United for Barcelona, he looks even better in his performance. So with this, Garnacho and Jadon Sancho must also leave for their own good and also Manchester United.

[Sexylizzy2813]

His name is Estêvão Willian, looks like he could be the next Eden Hazard for Chelsea but how can you rate him playing for the Blues out of 10/10? For me I'd go for a 8/10, he has more to spice up the game for Chelsea that's if Enzo Maresca doesn't start keeping him on the bench, he can create chances and also run through defenders...can he make it in the EPL yes or no?

He is young and maybe has enough talent for a promising growth to Eden Hazard's level but let this young player as himself. He is not Eden Hazard and he does not need to be a next Eden Hazard. He only needs to focus on trainings, nutrious health care, and stay ambitious as well as professional in order to take care of his body and career well. Additionally, he must have good team-working in order to connect well with his teammates, coaches and contribute great things for the club.

That's it, and that's all he needs to succeed while he surely does not need any pressure and expectation of becoming a next Eden Hazard. It's unnecessary expectation and pressure on him that only can damage his career.

Talking about team work I believe he has it in him to be a team player and his contribution rate is better compared to that of Madueke and some other player Chelsea has and becoming the next Hazard of Chelsea doesn't mean he must play exactly like him, it has been up to 6 to 7 years since the Blues had that one player who can cause much threat to defenders using his skills and techniques to over shadow his markers and I see this player as one with similar abilities.
Where the problem comes in is when he tries to play and behave like Eden, but that's not the case and no one is going to pressure him on that aspect, he can help his team go forward and not all about him, like you know, he's still young to do great things.

[BlackBoss_]

It is very hard for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League. But I think they can do it if Manchester united can strengthen their defensive lineup. Manchester united have bought  Mbeumo and Cunha. And there are strong rumors that Benjamin Sesko is their next target. Manchester United want to buy Sesko in any way. If these three are in Manchester United's attack next season, then Manchester United's attacking lineup  will undoubtedly  be stronger this season than in any previous season. I am optimistic about Manchester United.

It's hard but they can try and there is no fee charged on hope. By trying their best, they will improve themselves more and even they won't achieve a position in top four, it does not turn their all efforts to nothing if they actually get good experience and their players become better. I don't really mind about players they already bought and players they will buy next, and I only wait for their performances in a new season. At the end, if Ruben Amorim can combine players, current and new ones, well to have a strong team, they will have a good season and player names are not important at all.

Everyone is waiting for Manchester United to return to its glory days, but for now, I'd rather wait and see how Ruben Amorim brings his first changes to the club.
Last season, the manager simply continued the players Erik Ten Hag had developed, and now I'm eager to see if the new manager can bring something exciting to the club.

From a weak team with many problems to a winning team, there are big differences and chances need to be made so it won't suddenly come after a single summer. Manchester United can perform better than a last season but they will have no probability of making super big shock by winning Premier League title. It's how a strong and competitive team is build from a weak one and both Manchester United, Ruben Amorim and their fans must be realistic with a club development pathway to new glorious time.

[Luzin]

Although not yet officially moved, the rumors of Benjamin Sesko to Man United could damage Newcastle United's plans. Reportedly, Man United are closer to the Leipzig striker. He is expected to be like Haaland because of his posture even though statistically with Leipzig is very much different.

Newcastle United really want him in the new season. Newcastle seems to be feeling the rigors of competition for players. Newcastle is actually a rich club, but they don't make many big transfers and compete for players. They have felt out of competition with other teams and maybe this could happen to Benjamin Sesko.

Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/sesko-man-united-move-major-075000759.html

[JeffBrad12]

Although not yet officially moved, the rumors of Benjamin Sesko to Man United could damage Newcastle United's plans. Reportedly, Man United are closer to the Leipzig striker. He is expected to be like Haaland because of his posture even though statistically with Leipzig is very much different.

Newcastle United really want him in the new season. Newcastle seems to be feeling the rigors of competition for players. Newcastle is actually a rich club, but they don't make many big transfers and compete for players. They have felt out of competition with other teams and maybe this could happen to Benjamin Sesko.

Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/sesko-man-united-move-major-075000759.html

It sounds over to expect Sesko to be the same as Haaland. Don't over hype him like what people talked about how they believe Hojlund became the next Haaland, but ended as a flop. He ain't nothing compared to the Haaland. Sesko is Sesko and Haaland is Haaland.
Sesko will never be Haaland. His stats in Salzburg and Leipzig not even impressed me at all. How can rate him to be the same as Haaland just from his posture? 

[Altryist]

We know Manchester United has only brought in two new players so far it is too early to say they can not finish in top four. New manager Ruben Amorim is great strategist who can improve team. Current players like Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford are still very talented and they can become more consistent under his leadership. But finishing in top four is tough goal it is not impossible with new coach and strong team especially since there is still time to sign more players

Yes, especially Rashford under Amorim looks very good! If you didn't know, Rashford had a conflict with Amorim from the first days when Amorim became the manager of Manchester United, all last season Rashford was on loan at Aston Villa, and now he plays in Barcelona. I don't know what top 4 you are talking about, it seems to me that in the current state Manchester United is not capable of achieving such goals, for this very big changes are needed.

[Akbarkoe]

It is very hard for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League. But I think they can do it if Manchester united can strengthen their defensive lineup. Manchester united have bought  Mbeumo and Cunha. And there are strong rumors that Benjamin Sesko is their next target. Manchester United want to buy Sesko in any way. If these three are in Manchester United's attack next season, then Manchester United's attacking lineup  will undoubtedly  be stronger this season than in any previous season. I am optimistic about Manchester United.

Everyone is waiting for Manchester United to return to its glory days, but for now, I'd rather wait and see how Ruben Amorim brings his first changes to the club.
Last season, the manager simply continued the players Erik Ten Hag had developed, and now I'm eager to see if the new manager can bring something exciting to the club.

Regarding Šeško, it seems Manchester United shouldn't get their hopes up, as I've heard rumors that Leipzig will retain the player.
Perhaps Amorim should look for other alternatives.

This season, his coaching career will be truly tested. Ruben Amorin is challenged to take a different approach to improve his players' performance. He will inevitably have to adopt the same approach he demonstrated at Sporting CP: completely overhauling his squad and building it from scratch. Manchester United's situation is very different, struggling to sell players and bring in new ones. As a result, Ruben Amorin is again challenged to maximize the potential of their existing players and the new recruits they bring in.

Mengani Sesko: If Manchester United were willing to let Rasmus Hojlund go to RB Leipzig, and for an additional several million euros, perhaps RB Leipzig would be willing to let Benjamin Sesko go to Old Trafford. However, I've read several reports that Rasmus Hojlund has rejected a move to RB Leipzig. On the other hand, this would be a pretty disadvantageous exchange for Manchester United.

Another change that Man United must make is in their back line, they need a change in their main goalkeeper position, and several sports media have mentioned that Man United is now quite close to Donnarumma, hopefully this can reach an agreement, this will be an extraordinary addition to the Red Devils squad.

[Slow death]

Although not yet officially moved, the rumors of Benjamin Sesko to Man United could damage Newcastle United's plans. Reportedly, Man United are closer to the Leipzig striker. He is expected to be like Haaland because of his posture even though statistically with Leipzig is very much different.

Newcastle United really want him in the new season. Newcastle seems to be feeling the rigors of competition for players. Newcastle is actually a rich club, but they don't make many big transfers and compete for players. They have felt out of competition with other teams and maybe this could happen to Benjamin Sesko.

Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/sesko-man-united-move-major-075000759.html

I can't read what's in the link you posted, but reading this articles:



https://www.goal.com/en/lists/benjamin-sesko-wants-man-utd-red-devils-close-sealing-full-transfer-agreement-rb-leipzig/blt2d13884f86c4c7a9#cseef01ae308fdab22

It seems to me that Sesko prefers to choose Manchester United even knowing that it is a team that will not compete in European competitions next season, even knowing that Manchester United is a team under construction, even knowing that Manchester United is a team that is offering a smaller amount to buy him compared to Newcastle, but even so he is choosing Manchester United

In my opinion, he wants Manchester United because he saw the great achievements of the Sporting coach, and if he goes to Manchester United and can help the team win titles, this will add many points to his career. Meanwhile, Newcastle doesn't have great ambitions like winning the Premier League; at most, they're looking at positions that lead to the European Champions League. I honestly agree with him for choosing Manchester United, because after seeing the case of Alexander Isak, it raises a red flag for players who want to go to Newcastle.

[KTChampions]

Maybe United realise that their level of competition is Newcastle and so are trying to snatch Sesko away from them?  But I don't know why he should choose them over Newcastle.
In general, against the backdrop of other teams strengthening their squads, United still looks like they are lagging behind. There is still time before the end of the transfer period, so let's hope for at least some positive news, I can't stand another season of "we have to wait for next season" from United.

Manchester United are team with commitment, whenever they want, they will get it even though they spent more than what it should be. Newcastle is actually a rich team, but they're so careful to make a bid, it's like they don't care at all with Sesko.

The reason why Sesko choose Manchester United over Newcastle because he know joining Manchester United will make his follower reach 1 Million and it's easier to make the fans happy.

If he join Newcastle, people expect he should be as good as Isak. If he join Manchester United, all of the strikers are trash.

United are still a big brand now but they are no longer a team you can go to and expect guaranteed titles. How are they better (at the moment) than Newcastle which will be playing in the Champions League (where every ambitious striker wants to prove himself)? Only money, and it seems United were able to offer enough for this (82.5 + 2.5 million in bonuses). I don’t know how justified such a price is at all, for example, if Newcastle bought him (which were ready to give 80 million), then even if they sold Isak, they would not be in the black that much. However, the contract has not been signed yet, maybe everything will change.

[DiMarxist]

United are still a big brand now but they are no longer a team you can go to and expect guaranteed titles. How are they better (at the moment) than Newcastle which will be playing in the Champions League (where every ambitious striker wants to prove himself)? Only money, and it seems United were able to offer enough for this (82.5 + 2.5 million in bonuses). I don’t know how justified such a price is at all, for example, if Newcastle bought him (which were ready to give 80 million), then even if they sold Isak, they would not be in the black that much. However, the contract has not been signed yet, maybe everything will change.

Yes the name is still a big name in the football clubs even though their performance is not good enough to withstand  with other strong teams again. The problem in United was not only the Coach but players too. And they didn't notice that on early to bring in new players to the team. They should do some mega changes now so when they finally come out again to the major leagues, they can do well.

[sotelorene]

Although not yet officially moved, the rumors of Benjamin Sesko to Man United could damage Newcastle United's plans. Reportedly, Man United are closer to the Leipzig striker. He is expected to be like Haaland because of his posture even though statistically with Leipzig is very much different.

Newcastle United really want him in the new season. Newcastle seems to be feeling the rigors of competition for players. Newcastle is actually a rich club, but they don't make many big transfers and compete for players. They have felt out of competition with other teams and maybe this could happen to Benjamin Sesko.

Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/sesko-man-united-move-major-075000759.html

It sounds over to expect Sesko to be the same as Haaland. Don't over hype him like what people talked about how they believe Hojlund became the next Haaland, but ended as a flop. He ain't nothing compared to the Haaland. Sesko is Sesko and Haaland is Haaland.
Sesko will never be Haaland. His stats in Salzburg and Leipzig not even impressed me at all. How can rate him to be the same as Haaland just from his posture? 

These two players can not be compared because Sesko has ball control and knows how to score while Haaland doesn't have ball control but he is a great scorer and I think he also has more speed than Sesko so they should not be compared because they don't have same pattern of play but they are both good in there ways. Honestly I don't see Hojlund as an incredible player because he is kinda far from that, Hojlund doesn't have ball control and not as good as Sesko and Haaland when it comes to finishing, Hojlund performance since Manchester united signed him is not impressing and he really need to improve in this coming season.

[Chilwell]

Everyone is waiting for Manchester United to return to its glory days, but for now, I'd rather wait and see how Ruben Amorim brings his first changes to the club.
Last season, the manager simply continued the players Erik Ten Hag had developed, and now I'm eager to see if the new manager can bring something exciting to the club.

Regarding Šeško, it seems Manchester United shouldn't get their hopes up, as I've heard rumors that Leipzig will retain the player.
Perhaps Amorim should look for other alternatives.

I think Ruben Amorim is gradually succeeding in signing Benjamin Šeško because I saw it that he has reached agreement with Manchester United

Benjamin Sesko reaches ‘total agreement’ with Manchester United, contract until June 2030 – reports

The Benjamin Šeško transfer saga has been a relatively quick one this summer, especially compared to others. The Slovenian striker has chosen Manchester United according to the reports by Fabrizio Romano. The Italian transfer guru has confirmed all he knows so far.

It was widely reported that Newcastle United placed an offer for the Slovenian striker and desperately wanted the 22-year-old to spearhead their attack for the 2025/26 Premier League season. However, when United get involved, some things never end up going to plan.

Romano has confirmed that Šeško has a ‘total agreement‘ with United regarding personal terms and that a contract has been agreed until June 2030. This is great news for United. The news of the Šeško decision has been coming for the last few days and excitement was very high.

United will now need to agree a fee with RB Leipzig to secure the transfer. United submitted a £74 million bid on Tuesday, which is under consideration by the Bundesliga side. It is hoped that this transfer does not get dragged on further with the Premier League start just over a week away.

Source link: https://mufclatest.com/benjamin-sesko-reaches-total-agreement-with-manchester-united-contract-until-june-2030-reports/

[Adbitco]

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It's still funny again this your last question, are you referring to CWC new format or the old format? If it's the new format then your argument stand point holds no water because the new format was introduced this year, so this is it's very first edition, how then was another team supposed to win it when it's been played only once. The old format was different because you have to be UCL holder of that year to get access to play in the CWC. Chelsea has 2 UCL and they have one CWC that they won in 2022 which means they lost the one they featured in 2012. City has one UCL and one CWC. Both Liverpool and Manchester United all have one each because the competition kicked off fully yearly in 2005.

Fairly it's a competition between it the maiden of it or not, someone was supposed to win it, right? So it would have still been said that it was a first time of any club winning it even if it wasn't Chelsea that won the CWC. The reality is that they are the first in the history of the competition going forward. Simply put to why some of the major clubs qualified for the UCL was due to the assessment of the UCL performance in the past 4 or 5 years and unfortunately Liverpool and many other clubs that may have won the UCL in total more than Chelsea have not made some significant fear in this recent years, hence their exclusion.

What again are you saying? Invitation was by those that won it in the last four 4 years and Chelsea qualified because they won it in this period of time not because the have an overall better performance than Liverpool in this said period. If you check the rankings by UEFA in the last four years, Liverpool still tops Chelsea. Chelsea was only invited because they won it in that time frame, if it was extended to the last 5, then Liverpool would also have been invited because they took won it in 2019.  Check UEFA website and see that Liverpool has 96.0 points in the last 4 years as compared to Chelsea's 79.0 points in the last 4 which. So between 96 and 79 which one is higher??

[Pandorak]

It is very hard for Manchester United to qualify for the Champions League. But I think they can do it if Manchester united can strengthen their defensive lineup. Manchester united have bought  Mbeumo and Cunha. And there are strong rumors that Benjamin Sesko is their next target. Manchester United want to buy Sesko in any way. If these three are in Manchester United's attack next season, then Manchester United's attacking lineup  will undoubtedly  be stronger this season than in any previous season. I am optimistic about Manchester United.

Basically, it must be realized that Manchester United performance has experienced a sharp decline, especially the defense which is the main key in every match, Ruben Amorim must really seriously pay attention to this, because it will be useless to have a strong attack line, but the defense is very fragile. With the current performance, expecting Manchester United to return to the peak of glory is something that is difficult to realize, we as fans may be optimistic, but also have to be realistic.

The arrival of Mbeumo and Cuncha to Manchester United certainly adds new colors to the squad, new players need more time to adapt to the new team. However, as professional players like them may be able to adapt faster, this is important in order to maximize their potential to help win.

[Adbitco]

It sounds over to expect Sesko to be the same as Haaland. Don't over hype him like what people talked about how they believe Hojlund became the next Haaland, but ended as a flop. He ain't nothing compared to the Haaland. Sesko is Sesko and Haaland is Haaland.
Sesko will never be Haaland. His stats in Salzburg and Leipzig not even impressed me at all. How can rate him to be the same as Haaland just from his posture? 

You just took me down memory lane of two seasons ago when Manchester United signed Hojlund, the fans quickly started attributing him to Haaland even when he hasn't yet kicked a ball for Manchester United, the hype and expectations on him was so high and when it finally dawned on them that his no Haaland, they started running back to their shells. They should calm, let them sign him first and allow him to play his normal game instead of putting pressure on him already.

[CryptoPanda]

I think we are on the same page because so many people think that Manchester United will return to the top but despite that we shouldn't underestimate their performance at least let give them hope by saying they may likely get back to the top because football nowadays changes a lot and full of surprises. Quite right last season was among the worst season ever for Manchester United but despite their performance in the Premier League they really stood up in Europa League which they presented themselves as the favourite to win the league due to their excellent performance in the competition. Amorim really make a very good choice by focusing on Europa League since they know that they are not relegating but unfortunately they where defeated by Tottenham.

I don't have much hope for Manchester United, especially in the Premier League. They completely disappointed last season. I don't see any hope for them even for the upcoming season. Because there is no change in them and apart from the change of coach, there is no big change in Manchester United. We can only trust Amorim and watch Manchester United's matches to see his performance. As a coach, it is definitely important to see how much he can improve his team from the bad position. I will be happy to see them improve a little. The fight may not be easy for Ruben Amorim.

I must admit that I was impressed by the result from their game against Bournemouth, not just the result because I went back to watch the highlights of the game and Manchester United played way better than they did last season and their new signing Mbuemo was not even in the game imagine what will happen when he joins the squad, they will be tougher to play against.

[Arenga pinnata]

It sounds over to expect Sesko to be the same as Haaland. Don't over hype him like what people talked about how they believe Hojlund became the next Haaland, but ended as a flop. He ain't nothing compared to the Haaland. Sesko is Sesko and Haaland is Haaland.
Sesko will never be Haaland. His stats in Salzburg and Leipzig not even impressed me at all. How can rate him to be the same as Haaland just from his posture? 

You just took me down memory lane of two seasons ago when Manchester United signed Hojlund, the fans quickly started attributing him to Haaland even when he hasn't yet kicked a ball for Manchester United, the hype and expectations on him was so high and when it finally dawned on them that his no Haaland, they started running back to their shells. They should calm, let them sign him first and allow him to play his normal game instead of putting pressure on him already.

And actually, it's quite common for players brought to Manchester United to have overly high expectations. But what happens is that the players actually perform below expectations. It's not just one or two players there. I don't even want to count the number of players who are considered high-quality who have arrived there, but their contributions have been the same as any other average player. And I wonder what causes all this? Are the players feeling pressured by the high expectations, or are they simply having difficulty adapting to the team? The players brought in are indeed great players, but they seem quite ordinary when they arrive at Manchester United. Perhaps it's because of the intense competition within the team.