⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Tmoonz]

Chelsea was not just lucky they deserved what they achieved since they started very well from the day 1 of the club world cup competition, getting to the finals they proved himself and right and proved everyone who never believed that they could lift the trophy wrong. Enzo Maresca has proven himself in the competition and for next season every team needs to be ready because the league is going to be more competitive.

The only time I can confidently say Chelsea are not so lucky is when they face PSG, they killed that game and spin football around, including me I lost money I bet on them because I had the believe they were going to loss but things went south. However, if this guys face some other club from quarter final, semi final and knockout stage, they will be out before the final but the teams they faced were not up to their standards but they didn't decide that, it was decided by vote from the beginning.

All this looks good and everyone is hailing them now until they make some little mistake or if the season resume fully and they refused to meet up with everyone expectations, that's when you will know that there is no permanent friends and club in football, they will forget all the good part they have done so far and focus energy on the bad side until they see they change their ways and performance, that's how people behaves with teams when they are doing well or change to bad performance.

Bro truth be told Chelsea was extremely lucky starting from the very first day the pool was drawn, no much competition in their group stage down to round of 16 to quarter finals move to the semi finals there are no match for them, I know you will talk of palmires and co but deep down those are no where close to Chelsea kind of play, and in the final you and I knew too well that 70% of the world believe Paris Saint Germain would won the game but Chelsea was actually fortunate to have being on the lucky side of the game and they kind of giving it their best and it favored them, and you are here telling us that Chelsea wasn't lucky.

[Oluwa-btc]

Manchester United has made progress on Bryan Mbeumo deal. However they'll need to pay around £70m for him... It's a quite high sum. Do you think he's really worth that much?

He had a great season at Brentford. 20 goals and 8 assists in the PL.    Truthfully Manchester United really needs productive players like him. Last season went terrible for them in terms of scoring enough.

The source of the transfer: https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1945834536471826578

With his numbers/stats in the Premier League Competition last season, I think he deserves it. For players like Madueke, Jaoa Pedro and Gittens who don't have same numbers and are gotten for 55m euros,  I think,  Brentford are wise to hike the value,  he's worthy a d worth the buy. Anyways, Manchester United issue has been converting goals last season,  this is what both Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo brings for us in attack and goal. I'm exciting this deal happened m

[POPOLUV]

Chelsea was not just lucky they deserved what they achieved since they started very well from the day 1 of the club world cup competition, getting to the finals they proved himself and right and proved everyone who never believed that they could lift the trophy wrong. Enzo Maresca has proven himself in the competition and for next season every team needs to be ready because the league is going to be more competitive.

Chelsea were very lucky to win against PSG because they didn't play against a very good team from the beginning. And we never imagined that PSG would lose to Chelsea. Maybe it was because of Chelsea's great form and PSG took Chelsea very lightly. Because in the first half we saw Chelsea break through PSG's defense very easily. But in the second half we saw Chelsea couldn't do anything very well and couldn't break through PSG's defense either. Chelsea has a very good chance to beat them. Because Chelsea has been going through a very difficult situation for several days, maybe this time they can bounce back and overcome their bad times.

Chelsea had a game play massive counter attack and also a good defense, it was not luck it was class, because you don't get beaten 3-0 and down play the effort of the winning team to luck, the better team won the game by a margin, Chelsea where stronger more agile and resilient in the game combined with the game play of the manager, they where able to take the game out of the hands of the other team, take a look at the goals scored world class goals, it took team work and individual brilliance to seal that game.

[Hewlet]

Chelsea was not just lucky they deserved what they achieved since they started very well from the day 1 of the club world cup competition, getting to the finals they proved himself and right and proved everyone who never believed that they could lift the trophy wrong. Enzo Maresca has proven himself in the competition and for next season every team needs to be ready because the league is going to be more competitive.

Chelsea were very lucky to win against PSG because they didn't play against a very good team from the beginning. And we never imagined that PSG would lose to Chelsea. Maybe it was because of Chelsea's great form and PSG took Chelsea very lightly. Because in the first half we saw Chelsea break through PSG's defense very easily. But in the second half we saw Chelsea couldn't do anything very well and couldn't break through PSG's defense either.

if you know what game management really is, you will understand that no team that is considered an underdog in a major tournament as the FIFA club world cup will go two goals up a tough opposition as PSG and still want to press really hard in the second half. a coach that is tactically matured enough will immediately create a tough defense system that will make it impossible for PSG to equalize. Chelsea even tried that in the second half of the game, more than just being defensive minded, they equally attacked and play like a team that is ready to score more goals. that for me is what champions do and they have succeeded to winning he trophy in a manner that no one can actually argue it at all. we are looking to see if they can bring such kind o mentality up when they play against the likes of Liverpool, Manchester city and arsenal when the season starts fully. if they are able to do so, then we can boldly say that Chelsea is back to action.
  

[Distraction]

How could Manchester United be negotiating for Mbeumo for over 50 days now and the deal is not completed yet and they are talking about Jackson. What is wrong with Manchester United and who told them that it's only English teams that will produce a good striker for them. Manchester United scout should look beyond England and buy a young and hungry striker.

They actually asked for Gyökeres' price and talked to the player also. But they got a negative answer from him. He prefers Arsenal over them which is understandable.

Manchester United should have lifted that Europa League trophy. A CL ticket is very effective on bringing this kind of players easier. 

Now on Mbeumo... I'm only having doubts if he could just be a seasonal scorer. His performances in earlier seasons were much worse.

[SatoPrincess]

3 transfers have been made by Manchester City so far: Reijnders, Aït-Nouri and Cherki. Yan Couto, De Bruyne and Walker are the leavers meanwhile.

Do they need more transfers you think? Truthfully I think like every area of the squad is in nice condition now. The squad depth is quite okay. Maybe they might go for a right-back as there is no natural alternative to Rico Lewis left.

Guardiola doesn't want to spend too much money anymore as far as I know.

Guardiola has mentioned that he doesn’t want an overloaded squad for the coming season because of the stress and emotional pressure he faces making selections for each match day. At the moment City have made some signings that I feel have been able to cover every position in the team and therefor do not need more signings this summer.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Liverpool is still searching for a way to get rid of Darwin Núñez. Really nobody wants him.    I get it of course. Who would like pay €50m for him while he is performing poorly?

He won't ever be Liverpool's first choice. That's for certain. They are already looking for a good replacement. Like Ekitiké or Isak. I'd favour Isak more because of proving himself in the PL already. But he costs much more.

Guardiola has mentioned that he doesn’t want an overloaded squad for the coming season because of the stress and emotional pressure he faces making selections for each match day. At the moment City have made some signings that I feel have been able to cover every position in the team and therefor do not need more signings this summer.

Guardiola is only going for young talents lately. For now he doesn't intend to go for unnecessary transfers.

[SatoPrincess]

I'm wondering what reason Manchester United is so passive recently. They only signed Cunha, and not clear what's going on with the rest of their deals. They also feel so difficult to sell their players, and even failed to sell Sancho for 25m. Do they lose their pull or what?
Afaik they're financially fine, but hope they to make some strategic transfer asap. They need to take fast step to ensure the new players can have enough time for the pre-season.

Seeing how badly Manchester United performed last season I expected that by now they would have been making quick progress with player signings this summer but unfortunately they have only signed one player in Cunha which makes me wonder if the club does not recognize the importance of these signings. Manchester United have definitely lost that big club force to attract big players lately, they will have to do the extra work to get players this summer.

[Majestic-milf]

 The thing I admire about Liverpool and the signings they have made is how quietly they did it unlike the case of Arsenal and Man UTD who had enough talks surrounding theirs. The only one that made us hear about them of recent was the one involving Alexander Isak and I have the feeling that next season would be as equally interesting as last one was for them. The question that just keeps making me wonder is if second season syndrome would affect Arne Slot. We've seen good coaches get affected by this; in their first season in charge, they excel brilliantly but when it gets to the second, they struggle. In Arne's case, he won the trophy with Liverpool in his first year as boss, something Jurgen Klopp could not achieve, so I feel that more expectations would be on him to repeat the same thing and coupled with the fact that he's still bolstering his squad up, will these fresh legs be able to help him maintain the record or have we seen enough of Arne Slot?

[EL MOHA]

The thing I admire about Liverpool and the signings they have made is how quietly they did it unlike the case of Arsenal and Man UTD who had enough talks surrounding theirs. The only one that made us hear about them of recent was the one involving Alexander Isak and I have the feeling that next season would be as equally interesting as last one was for them. The question that just keeps making me wonder is if second season syndrome would affect Arne Slot. We've seen good coaches get affected by this; in their first season in charge, they excel brilliantly but when it gets to the second, they struggle. In Arne's case, he won the trophy with Liverpool in his first year as boss, something Jurgen Klopp could not achieve, so I feel that more expectations would be on him to repeat the same thing and coupled with the fact that he's still bolstering his squad up, will these fresh legs be able to help him maintain the record or have we seen enough of Arne Slot?

Manchester United have always had this thing of been in the media for a very long time before they even get to sign a player, worst of it is that you will see them chasing this player for a very long time and waste time on the player or even eventually losses out to some other club, I will say that even Arsenal does better than Manchester United. Two clubs I admire their ways of scouting or signing players is Manchester City and Liverpool, two or three bids and that’s it or they walk away but Manchester United will keep hanging on and eventually pays off way too much.

Isak to Liverpool is a very scary thing for every rival club in England, Liverpool have already completed everything and just this striker is missing in my opinion. Yes I can say that the left wing wouldn’t still be bad with a new player like Rodrigo but seriously Isak alone will make them deadly. The real question now is how Arne slot will fair in his second season at the club, there is this second season syndrome that affects managers I could recall Antonio Conte also suffering even after adding players to his first team after winning the league in his first season.

[SatoPrincess]

Chelsea are looking sharp and good to take on the new season, they have made good recruitment and look to have built a stable squad for the season but it’s not clear if they will win the league because you can’t tell from now. Manchester City and Arsenal are also bolstering their squad, making their squad stronger and better to also challenge for the league title next season.

[Adbitco]

I'm wondering what reason Manchester United is so passive recently. They only signed Cunha, and not clear what's going on with the rest of their deals. They also feel so difficult to sell their players, and even failed to sell Sancho for 25m. Do they lose their pull or what?
Afaik they're financially fine, but hope they to make some strategic transfer asap. They need to take fast step to ensure the new players can have enough time for the pre-season.

After looking at the top teams in EPL and their signings so far this season as the transfer window opened, it's only Manchester United that's still lagging behind in numbers if signings so far. This is a team that we thought needs overhauling of most of its team players in order to bring in new ones but here they are still. It's just today that they secured a £71 million agreement with Brentford for Mbeumo. So far, two signings maybe they really want to explore the market and make better decisions instead of just buying players, just maybe that's why they are still behind in signings.

[Hvdv]

I'm wondering what reason Manchester United is so passive recently. They only signed Cunha, and not clear what's going on with the rest of their deals. They also feel so difficult to sell their players, and even failed to sell Sancho for 25m. Do they lose their pull or what?
Afaik they're financially fine, but hope they to make some strategic transfer asap. They need to take fast step to ensure the new players can have enough time for the pre-season.

Seeing how badly Manchester United performed last season I expected that by now they would have been making quick progress with player signings this summer but unfortunately they have only signed one player in Cunha which makes me wonder if the club does not recognize the importance of these signings. Manchester United have definitely lost that big club force to attract big players lately, they will have to do the extra work to get players this summer.

Mbeumo has joined the team, but as far as I can see, Manchester United needs a good goalkeeper. Onana isn't good; he gives up too many positions at the back. He's also a goalkeeper who makes too many mistakes. Manchester United no longer considers dropping points or being unsuccessful. Therefore, I think they need to replace him. The transfer window is almost over, and I expect a transfer move at Manchester United.

[SatoPrincess]

How is gonna feel the Arsenal fans now. I mean I know this is not a super main tournament but Chelsea again win a international trophies and they can't win anything when they already have one of their best teams in years.

Another bad year for an Arsenal fan.

The good news? We are only 1 month away from the start of premier league.

Seeing how every team in the Premier League is improving their squad I bet the coming season will be very competitive and interesting I really can’t wait to see how Liverpool will defend their title. As for Arsenal fans, knowing the club I’m sure they feel very optimistic that the season will be good for them in the end.

[qurbanshah02]

Chelsea are looking sharp and good to take on the new season, they have made good recruitment and look to have built a stable squad for the season but it’s not clear if they will win the league because you can’t tell from now. Manchester City and Arsenal are also bolstering their squad, making their squad stronger and better to also challenge for the league title next season.

It is just the beginning and this season Chelsea has to be strong and weak many times, which is why they can be considered better than the beginning, which is why it is foolish for us to consider them a successful team in the top season. Their decision is quite good and if they feel that they are lacking in this, they will improve in it along with it and will make their players perform well. This is what keeps Chelsea's performance at a point, which is why they can be called good. If Manchester City plays by strengthening themselves, then this time I will bet on it, which gives me full confidence.

[AirtelBuzz]

I'm wondering what reason Manchester United is so passive recently. They only signed Cunha, and not clear what's going on with the rest of their deals. They also feel so difficult to sell their players, and even failed to sell Sancho for 25m. Do they lose their pull or what?
Afaik they're financially fine, but hope they to make some strategic transfer asap. They need to take fast step to ensure the new players can have enough time for the pre-season.

I think Manchester United are very calmly analyzing the situation, which is why they are in a passive state right now. Still you might want to keep an eye on today's transfer news as Manchester United have managed to sign Brian Mbeumo so now it can be said that they have taken one more step, that is, one step forward for their new chapter. While other teams in the Premier League tournament are spontaneously buying players, this team's strategy and actions are showing inaction. For now they have had some success in the transfer market, even we can already see that they have announced the name of the traveling team for the friendly match in Leeds.

[Helena Yu]

After looking at the top teams in EPL and their signings so far this season as the transfer window opened, it's only Manchester United that's still lagging behind in numbers if signings so far. This is a team that we thought needs overhauling of most of its team players in order to bring in new ones but here they are still. It's just today that they secured a £71 million agreement with Brentford for Mbeumo. So far, two signings maybe they really want to explore the market and make better decisions instead of just buying players, just maybe that's why they are still behind in signings.

Manchester United are the slowest and the players they signed are like trash, Mbeumo is similar to Cunha, both of them are trash players.

Now what next? I heard they want to sign Emiliano Martinez, it's good if they can, but his salary is expensive.

Manchester United is lack of money, they have useless players who no teams interested to pay high, while Manchester United insist want to earn high. I don't even know the news about Antony, Betis haven't sign him permanently.

[Franctoshi]

I'm wondering what reason Manchester United is so passive recently. They only signed Cunha, and not clear what's going on with the rest of their deals. They also feel so difficult to sell their players, and even failed to sell Sancho for 25m. Do they lose their pull or what?
Afaik they're financially fine, but hope they to make some strategic transfer asap. They need to take fast step to ensure the new players can have enough time for the pre-season.

After looking at the top teams in EPL and their signings so far this season as the transfer window opened, it's only Manchester United that's still lagging behind in numbers if signings so far. This is a team that we thought needs overhauling of most of its team players in order to bring in new ones but here they are still. It's just today that they secured a £71 million agreement with Brentford for Mbeumo. So far, two signings maybe they really want to explore the market and make better decisions instead of just buying players, just maybe that's why they are still behind in signings.

Could it be that Manchester United no longer has the funds needed to bring in the kind of players they need?
Or maybe the players they've been going for could be rejecting their offer due to their poor performance last season and their absence in the champions league Eropa cup next season, because I doubt if they will just fold their hands and watch without thinking of strengthening their squad this window transfer with the club's current bad state.

[DubemIfedigbo001]

Chelsea are looking sharp and good to take on the new season, they have made good recruitment and look to have built a stable squad for the season but it’s not clear if they will win the league because you can’t tell from now. Manchester City and Arsenal are also bolstering their squad, making their squad stronger and better to also challenge for the league title next season.

Chelsea squad is good from defensive midfield up to attack only from my POV. their CB most especially needs reinforcement. Tosin isn't to be trusted, Chalobah and Colwil which looks like a good combination can each get injured it fatigued, then it creates a heavy leak again. I think they need two more good defenders to solidify the team,  the team is looking competitive already and I believe they would go far if not return to the major European and EPL trophy days.

[Pablo-wood]

Chelsea are looking sharp and good to take on the new season, they have made good recruitment and look to have built a stable squad for the season but it’s not clear if they will win the league because you can’t tell from now. Manchester City and Arsenal are also bolstering their squad, making their squad stronger and better to also challenge for the league title next season.

Chelsea squad is good from defensive midfield up to attack only from my POV. their CB most especially needs reinforcement. Tosin isn't to be trusted, Chalobah and Colwil which looks like a good combination can each get injured it fatigued, then it creates a heavy leak again. I think they need two more good defenders to solidify the team,  the team is looking competitive already and I believe they would go far if not return to the major European and EPL trophy days.

Levi Colwill is a solid center back but we know we can't rely on any player through out the season. Fatigue and injury can set in at any point. Chelsea are ready to compete for next season, for now the club is balanced even if the choose not to add to the squad, their current starting xi is already a fierce team to take on any club both in the premier league and the Europa championships league as well.  I just can't wait for the season to start so we begin betting on our favourite teams again.