⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Jegileman]

I will be choosing Chelsea football club to win next Premier league title over Liverpool despite Liverpool being the current Premier league champions, but seeing the performances of Chelsea in their last couple of games in the conference league and the club world cup, I think there's really a fantastic job and upgrade that has been done on the team and their strength improved, I guess their top priority next season will be lifting the Premier League and champions league title .

Chelsea have won the hearts of many and made them convinced that they will have a better season in the coming season, so I’m not surprised why Chelsea is been chosen over Liverpool as the best contender for the league title. We may not be able to say all what to expect from them until the season begins, but I am very certain that we will see a very tough premier league competition next season with new teams coming up with great quality to fight for the league title which is very important to them.

Arsenal and Manchester City can’t also be left out in the fight of this league title, they have also proven a great performance in the recent season and also the just concluded season is also a positive sign that they will do well next season and fight for the league title. They will all be playing in the champions league next season which their strengths will also be tested there, so I’m not excluding them for the league title also.

[Antotena]

Chelsea have won the hearts of many and made them convinced that they will have a better season in the coming season, so I’m not surprised why Chelsea is been chosen over Liverpool as the best contender for the league title. We may not be able to say all what to expect from them until the season begins, but I am very certain that we will see a very tough premier league competition next season with new teams coming up with great quality to fight for the league title which is very important to them.

Arsenal and Manchester City can’t also be left out in the fight of this league title, they have also proven a great performance in the recent season and also the just concluded season is also a positive sign that they will do well next season and fight for the league title. They will all be playing in the champions league next season which their strengths will also be tested there, so I’m not excluding them for the league title also.

We have all concluded that Chelsea are going to do better now? It's good thing to be optimistic about team performance every season but it's also important that we look at the errors and mistakes that are consistent in Chelsea performance last season. There defense is very weak and Maresca doesn't do anything about it, they will get even weaker because of repeatedly injure players and also the way they finish games are very poor, they need to improve on those aspects.

I don't know what Manchester City is going to be playing next season but I haven't seen them makes good moves that much. Arsenal on the other hand are doing well but I still don't know when exactly they are going to bring Viktor. They need that guy along side with Rodrigo but the two side has went silent or perhaps it seems.that Arsenal want good players and they are trying to pay way less than the amount bid here on the players, they need to spend to get what they want even though they are trying to avoid any financial crisis within the club.

[Raflesia]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

This season, we certainly can't underestimate Chelsea. Their performance last season will undoubtedly create a different atmosphere, especially in terms of optimism. Furthermore, with the two trophies they secured, the Conference League and the CWC, this will certainly give Chelsea hope this season.

While the CWC may not be a reliable benchmark, their mentality has certainly improved after their victory, which could be a factor in considering Chelsea's inclusion in the competition this season.
Manchester City also has the potential to recover their lost form, as they must do their best to minimize the risk of a setback like last season.
However, this season, I'm hoping for surprises from several clubs, especially those who have consistently been a surprise or a stumbling block. The EPL is often filled with such moments that leave us amazed at the end.

[Issa56]

I will be choosing Chelsea football club to win next Premier league title over Liverpool despite Liverpool being the current Premier league champions, but seeing the performances of Chelsea in their last couple of games in the conference league and the club world cup, I think there's really a fantastic job and upgrade that has been done on the team and their strength improved, I guess their top priority next season will be lifting the Premier League and champions league title .

Chelsea performance has improved very well recently, their is so much changes in their performance, I wasn’t surprised that Chelsea were able to win the conference league, Chelsea were the favorite to win it since when the tournament started, and they were able to achieve that, but I never believed they will be able to win the club World Cup, their performance in the match surprised everyone, and they won the cup also.

Chelsea performance this coming season will definitely be different from last season, am expecting a better performance from them, but I don’t think Chelsea will be able to win the premier league title next season, I still have confidence in Liverpool and Manchester city more than Chelsea, so i expect the premier league winner to be between Liverpool and Manchester city. I will say we shouldn’t conclude yet, let the season start, and let’s see how all the  teams are going to perform.

[Abbatty]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

• Putting Liverpool on top is quite normal. They are already bookies' favourite also. They lifted the PL trophy without making transfers last season. Now they are making many of them.  

• You think Chelsea can finish in the 2nd place? I wouldn't put them there yet by staying under the effect of their CWC success.

• Arsenal already has a great squad. But they still need a striker. Gyökeres is still likely to be signed in case of an agreement with his team.

• Manchester City were very below the expectations last. But I think Guardiola will help them recover. I think they are the 2nd biggest title contender.

I will be choosing Chelsea football club to win next Premier league title over Liverpool despite Liverpool being the current Premier league champions, but seeing the performances of Chelsea in their last couple of games in the conference league and the club world cup, I think there's really a fantastic job and upgrade that has been done on the team and their strength improved, I guess their top priority next season will be lifting the Premier League and champions league title .

I also see Chelsea out there next season contending for the league title, I don't know how Arsenal and Manchester City are going to perform but I still don't think they will do better than Chelsea next season. From Chelsea's recent performance it is clear that they lacked a proper striker all this while that's why they have been struggling but now that they have a good striker they seem to be better and more dangerous that ever. Their performance against PSG was top notch the team looks more matured and experienced now. If they can achieve all this this season, making champions league spot and winning two trophies while struggling then they will be unstoppable next season.

All I know is that the premier league will be very competitive next season especially the top spots and Chelsea will not be left out for sure.

[Cossyblack]

It is impossible to predict which team will win the Premier League title, but it is expected that Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool will face a tough competition next season.

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

Chelsea has improved a lot, and they're a team that's improving with each game, so I wouldn't be surprised if they manage to win the league. I'm not a Chelsea fan, but I admit they're a strong contender, better than Arsenal and Manchester City on paper. We'll see on the field, but if I had to choose just two teams with the best chance of winning the Premier League, I'd choose Chelsea and Liverpool. Manchester City hasn't yet managed to regain its strength.

Arsenal has had a good start to the season, but by the middle of the season, their performance begins to decline, and by the end of the season, they haven't been able to win anything. Liverpool has had defensive problems in the last few games of the season; if they can't fix that, they may not be able to achieve good results. while chelsea is simply at its highest level, it has no weak points.

Liverpool is a strong side considering how they won the premier League trophy last season was impressive too. I don't think Manchester City should be at the bottom of the line. Manchester City have won the EPL back to back although they were unable to win it this time around last season but that doesn't mean Chelsea are better and stronger than Manchester City. Pep Guardiola has a style that's works very well for him,we could see a strong comeback of Manchester City with a better form than what we saw last season.  I think Manchester City should be the major contender and not Chelsea for the title race. I know Chelsea won the CWC but it's too early to start placing Chelsea above Manchester City and Arsenal.

[Abu-Naim]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

Chelsea has improved a lot, and they're a team that's improving with each game, so I wouldn't be surprised if they manage to win the league. I'm not a Chelsea fan, but I admit they're a strong contender, better than Arsenal and Manchester City on paper. We'll see on the field, but if I had to choose just two teams with the best chance of winning the Premier League, I'd choose Chelsea and Liverpool. Manchester City hasn't yet managed to regain its strength.

Arsenal has had a good start to the season, but by the middle of the season, their performance begins to decline, and by the end of the season, they haven't been able to win anything. Liverpool has had defensive problems in the last few games of the season; if they can't fix that, they may not be able to achieve good results. while chelsea is simply at its highest level, it has no weak points.

You did not include Manchester United in your list despite how the team management are making effort to sign more players after confirming Bryan Mboymo’s deal; they have identified a lot of players to be added to their squad and if they are able to add these players, they can also compete for the title because Amorim is a good coach and can use his tactics to help the team.

Nevertheless, their chances of competing for the title is still slim, because Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea are all in the title race, same as Tottenham that won the Europa League last season. Let’s hope that Manchester United can do well next season because they deserve better.

[sotelorene]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

• Putting Liverpool on top is quite normal. They are already bookies' favourite also. They lifted the PL trophy without making transfers last season. Now they are making many of them.  

• You think Chelsea can finish in the 2nd place? I wouldn't put them there yet by staying under the effect of their CWC success.

• Arsenal already has a great squad. But they still need a striker. Gyökeres is still likely to be signed in case of an agreement with his team.

• Manchester City were very below the expectations last. But I think Guardiola will help them recover. I think they are the 2nd biggest title contender.

I will be choosing Chelsea football club to win next Premier league title over Liverpool despite Liverpool being the current Premier league champions, but seeing the performances of Chelsea in their last couple of games in the conference league and the club world cup, I think there's really a fantastic job and upgrade that has been done on the team and their strength improved, I guess their top priority next season will be lifting the Premier League and champions league title .

Chelsea really did well in the club world cup and I commend their effort and performance but that doesn't mean they can win the premier league next season though nothing is impossible but my own selection next season are Liverpool,  Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester city but I'm seeing Arsenal as the club that will lift the trophy and I know some people have been underrating Arsenal but I have this feeling they will surprise everyone next season. But I think Chelsea priority will be the champions league because they didn't play last season and any season they qualified for champions league they always do well.

[EL MOHA]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

Chelsea has improved a lot, and they're a team that's improving with each game, so I wouldn't be surprised if they manage to win the league. I'm not a Chelsea fan, but I admit they're a strong contender, better than Arsenal and Manchester City on paper. We'll see on the field, but if I had to choose just two teams with the best chance of winning the Premier League, I'd choose Chelsea and Liverpool. Manchester City hasn't yet managed to regain its strength.

Arsenal has had a good start to the season, but by the middle of the season, their performance begins to decline, and by the end of the season, they haven't been able to win anything. Liverpool has had defensive problems in the last few games of the season; if they can't fix that, they may not be able to achieve good results. while chelsea is simply at its highest level, it has no weak points.

Seriously I agree with this predictions too most especially the Chelsea position because I sincerely see them as much as a better team to compete with Liverpool for the title next season. The arrival of a clinical striker like Joao Pedro raises my expectations for them next season. With other youngster joining and a potential Xavi Simon signing I think they can go for the league.

Liverpool are also my favourite due to the quality of signings they have done but I feel Arne Slot might face a second season syndrome. As for Arsenal position I will prefer them fourth with Manchester City third because City new signings are making them too look formidable, not that Rodri has been out injured again I will say they can compete for the league too. For Arsenal I will leave their expectations base on who Dey sign as striker

[skarais]

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Chelsea really did well in the club world cup and I commend their effort and performance but that doesn't mean they can win the premier league next season though nothing is impossible but my own selection next season are Liverpool,  Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester city but I'm seeing Arsenal as the club that will lift the trophy and I know some people have been underrating Arsenal but I have this feeling they will surprise everyone next season. But I think Chelsea priority will be the champions league because they didn't play last season and any season they qualified for champions league they always do well.

Instead of focusing on the Champions League, I think Chelsea will still focus on the Premier League. The Champions League is too difficult to win and even with all the luck, Chelsea don't seem like the team most expected to win the title next season. Chelsea performed well last season, finishing in 4th place, much better than the 2023-2024 season.

The 2025-2026 season is about to begin, Chelsea will be one of the teams expected to compete at the top of the table. Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal will certainly still be title contenders, but Chelsea could take the lead if their performances continue to improve.

[Miles2006]

It is impossible to predict which team will win the Premier League title, but it is expected that Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool will face a tough competition next season.

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

Chelsea has improved a lot, and they're a team that's improving with each game, so I wouldn't be surprised if they manage to win the league. I'm not a Chelsea fan, but I admit they're a strong contender, better than Arsenal and Manchester City on paper. We'll see on the field, but if I had to choose just two teams with the best chance of winning the Premier League, I'd choose Chelsea and Liverpool. Manchester City hasn't yet managed to regain its strength.

Arsenal has had a good start to the season, but by the middle of the season, their performance begins to decline, and by the end of the season, they haven't been able to win anything. Liverpool has had defensive problems in the last few games of the season; if they can't fix that, they may not be able to achieve good results. while chelsea is simply at its highest level, it has no weak points.

All this faith for Chelsea? Just because they did excellent playing against PSG or what’s the real faith behind this, I will not be surprise if the season starts and Chelsea fail to stand at the top. They’ve been doing this for some time now whereby they give the viewers hope only for them to play a different thing, honestly this is just the fact while Arsenal at the other hand will manage to stand at the top afterwards they fall, it’s now a normal routine I guess. I really want to see new team win if possible but the fact Liverpool is considered one of the dominating team in premier league it’s a difficult tax.

[Obari]

Instead of focusing on the Champions League, I think Chelsea will still focus on the Premier League. The Champions League is too difficult to win and even with all the luck, Chelsea don't seem like the team most expected to win the title next season. Chelsea performed well last season, finishing in 4th place, much better than the 2023-2024 season.

The 2025-2026 season is about to begin, Chelsea will be one of the teams expected to compete at the top of the table. Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal will certainly still be title contenders, but Chelsea could take the lead if their performances continue to improve.

Chelsea is winning games, we know they're one of the very best club in the world right now. Who would dare to challenge Chelsea to a fight? They're the best team any one they face, they have higher advantages to win because we just watch what they did to to the most fierce team in the Club world cup final, Paris Saint-Germain. Thrashing them 3 nil on a clean slate is something to start with. Chelsea is no longer seen a club that wouldn't win titles but seen as a club that's competent enough to win matches. Enzo Maresca have come to make things better for the club, just sit hang in there and wait for the very best version of Chelsea next season.

[SmartCharpa]

You did not include Manchester United in your list despite how the team management are making effort to sign more players after confirming Bryan Mboymo’s deal; they have identified a lot of players to be added to their squad and if they are able to add these players, they can also compete for the title because Amorim is a good coach and can use his tactics to help the team.

Nevertheless, their chances of competing for the title is still slim, because Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea are all in the title race, same as Tottenham that won the Europa League last season. Let’s hope that Manchester United can do well next season because they deserve better.

Manchester United can bring in more players to improve their performance, but we have yet to see what they can do on the pitch to determine whether they should be included among the teams to win the league title. Manchester United ended in their the worst ever place last season, and we don't know how poorly they can play next season. Mbuemo is a great signing to the club, but the attackers cannot do it alone when they have a poor defensive and goalkeepers that concedes unnecessary goals.

Furthermore, no matter how many goals your attackers score, conceding too many goals will make it difficult to win games. Without a doubt, Amorim is a great manager, but competing for the league title next season will be difficult when we have Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Arsenal. Tottenham is also an average club, they only won the Europa League, but we'll see how well they perform with the players they have signed.

[Silikiem]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

Chelsea has improved a lot, and they're a team that's improving with each game, so I wouldn't be surprised if they manage to win the league. I'm not a Chelsea fan, but I admit they're a strong contender, better than Arsenal and Manchester City on paper. We'll see on the field, but if I had to choose just two teams with the best chance of winning the Premier League, I'd choose Chelsea and Liverpool. Manchester City hasn't yet managed to regain its strength.

Arsenal has had a good start to the season, but by the middle of the season, their performance begins to decline, and by the end of the season, they haven't been able to win anything. Liverpool has had defensive problems in the last few games of the season; if they can't fix that, they may not be able to achieve good results. while chelsea is simply at its highest level, it has no weak points.

You did not include Manchester United in your list despite how the team management are making effort to sign more players after confirming Bryan Mboymo’s deal; they have identified a lot of players to be added to their squad and if they are able to add these players, they can also compete for the title because Amorim is a good coach and can use his tactics to help the team.

Nevertheless, their chances of competing for the title is still slim, because Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea are all in the title race, same as Tottenham that won the Europa League last season. Let’s hope that Manchester United can do well next season because they deserve better.

I agree with you, Manchester United have what it takes to challenge for the premier league this coming season but they are obviously not getting it right so far, I know they are trying to bring in some new players to improve the team and also offloading some players they feel that does not align with their current philosophy and structure, not because they are not good enough. The likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester city are ahead of Manchester United because of playing patterns, Manchester United doesn’t have a playing patter yet, even though they are bringing in new players doesn’t guarantee them success, they will have to get a playing pattern that must work for them just as the other clubs mentioned above before they can be able to challenge for the title.

[HajiBagi]

I mean Chelsea finally has a credible centre-forward above all else - João Pedro.    This makes me look more positive about them for next season.

Look at the striker options they have.



Let's say Felix, Broja, Guiu and Fofana won't be a part of them or find much of a playing time. They still have 4 more strikers.

I don't think Jackson will be able to fight his way to the main lineup easily as of now.

Chelsea are planning something that every Premier League clubs will be afraid of because the kind of players Chelsea is signing currently are good players and those players show that they are capable of winning trophies for Chelsea, Chelsea is doing everything to make sure they perform well in every competition and try to win the trophy, every Premier League clubs should be worry about Chelsea and Liverpool because this two teams are making a lot of signings and it’s seems they are not done yet.

Liverpool has made four signings and they have spent more than 200 million and still haven’t done yet, this shows that Premier League is going to be tough next season and any that did not make signing during this transfer window is going to have a bad season, Manchester United should act fast and sign more players if not they will not make it to top four next season.

[Velvet78]

Onana and Garnacho have both been left out of squad by the way if you don't know. It has been like a month since this decision was made by Amorim. Now what? 

Garnacho rumours are still fresh. He is expected to leave this summer but prioritizes a move to a Premier League team. I haven't heard of any interest in him here recently...

Onana's future is still ambiguous. Monaco seemed interested but no progress yet.

[Hewlet]

You did not include Manchester United in your list despite how the team management are making effort to sign more players after confirming Bryan Mboymo’s deal; they have identified a lot of players to be added to their squad and if they are able to add these players, they can also compete for the title because Amorim is a good coach and can use his tactics to help the team.

Manchester united have to prove to fans that they are worthy of being seen as one of the teams that are capable of making it to the champions league or else, the likes of arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester city and Chelsea that have become better than them will continue to gain the recognition while they will have to fight if they hope to get a spot in the champions league. even when you look at the way teams like Nottingham forest and Newcastle played last season, they might even be a better option to look out for in the contest for the top five of the premier league table in this coming season and not Manchester united. even if Manchester united gets a lot of new players into the team, we can even talk of a long term effect of the players and not the short term effect because it will certainly take time before the new signings will adapt fully into the system of the team that is already facing managerial problem that makes new players under perform when they join the team.

[emrecemsan]

Onana's future is still ambiguous. Monaco seemed interested but no progress yet.

He is leaving for sure or he'll just not play any football for at least 6 months. But I think they'd find a team for him sooner or later...

As for goalkeeper alternatives, there are 2 names in speculations:

- Senne Lammens
- Emiliano Martínez

Lammens is a stronger candidate for now. They started the talks for him a couple of days ago. He is 23 years old and his last season stats weren't bad at all.

[Joy- maker]

In my opinion, the teams that will fight for the title are:

1 - Liverpool

2 - Chelsea

3 - Arsenal

4 - Manchester City

• Putting Liverpool on top is quite normal. They are already bookies' favourite also. They lifted the PL trophy without making transfers last season. Now they are making many of them.  

• You think Chelsea can finish in the 2nd place? I wouldn't put them there yet by staying under the effect of their CWC success.

• Arsenal already has a great squad. But they still need a striker. Gyökeres is still likely to be signed in case of an agreement with his team.

• Manchester City were very below the expectations last. But I think Guardiola will help them recover. I think they are the 2nd biggest title contender.

I will be choosing Chelsea football club to win next Premier league title over Liverpool despite Liverpool being the current Premier league champions, but seeing the performances of Chelsea in their last couple of games in the conference league and the club world cup, I think there's really a fantastic job and upgrade that has been done on the team and their strength improved, I guess their top priority next season will be lifting the Premier League and champions league title .

Chelsea really did well in the club world cup and I commend their effort and performance but that doesn't mean they can win the premier league next season though nothing is impossible but my own selection next season are Liverpool,  Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester city but I'm seeing Arsenal as the club that will lift the trophy and I know some people have been underrating Arsenal but I have this feeling they will surprise everyone next season. But I think Chelsea priority will be the champions league because they didn't play last season and any season they qualified for champions league they always do well.

you right Chelsea really did well in the club world cup especially in the final against PSG, because people never expected that Chelsea will win PSG in that final, but they did, well kodus to them for their performance. As for the premier League I doubt as well  if they will win, check the team on the list that was predicted to win the premier League, Manchester city is there another team that is in good form, Liverpool is there another team with good performance and arsenal. As for me I see this three teams as a very big treat to Chelsea in the next season premier league, but all the same we are speculating Nobody can tell the team that will win the premier League even the Chelsea we are doubting right now may still end up clearing our doubts just as they did in the club world cup final against PSG.

[KingsDen]

Onana's future is still ambiguous. Monaco seemed interested but no progress yet.

He is leaving for sure or he'll just not play any football for at least 6 months. But I think they'd find a team for him sooner or later...

As for goalkeeper alternatives, there are 2 names in speculations:

- Senne Lammens
- Emiliano Martínez

Lammens is a stronger candidate for now. They started the talks for him a couple of days ago. He is 23 years old and his last season stats weren't bad at all.

So it is very obvious that all this while Manchester United has known that they are goalkeeper is one of the problems of the squad. If so why have they remained so mute this while or is it Amorim that discovered it. Inability to take decisions and negligence are the problems of Manchester United. Why will they pack mediocre players and keep the team and be paying them so so high to do nothing. In today's football, it is determination that wins the trophy.
As at last season, it seemed like only Bruno Fernandes was the determined player in the squad. If Manchester United can have 4 more players with the spirit and determination of Manchester United, they will go far. It will be good if Onana is left to go, he takes many unnecessary risks which doesn't go down well with me.