⚽ Premier League 2023/2024 Discussion Thread ⚽

[arimamib]

Arsenal is quite consistent in my opinion, Arteta really keeps Arsenal's reputation very well, yes even though he hasn't won the English premier league, but in my opinion Arteta is really very good and good so far, he just needs time to see the opportunities that might result from Manchester City's unfocusedness or Guardiola's men, because they are the wall to make the Gunners win the English premier league.

We don't know how Man City can win again or not next season, because the last two seasons Arsenal and Man City have been very close together and very thin points difference, that's what makes me think doubtful that man city can experience victory again next season, seeing Arteta's consistency continue to be in second place it proves that Arsenal cannot be underestimated by Man City, I thought of some problems that might occur in Man City that could affect the game, like before when KDB got injured and Man City experienced a setback for some time, and that could be an opportunity for competitors like Arsenal to utilize it well.

Arsenal have shown how they are able to experience very rapid improvements so far in competing in the Premier League, previously we only saw Arsenal as a team that was only targeting qualifying for the top 4 at the end of the season but slowly they have now turned into title contenders which makes Manchester City is under pressure, although in the last two seasons Arsenal have still failed to win a trophy, but if you look at what Arsenal have done and achieved now, of course their chances of winning the English League title are very close in future and we should make them one of the favorite teams to be championship in the next season

Arsenal's failure this season is due to nothing more than their consistency and mental decline towards the end of the season, so in order not to repeat the same mistakes next season, of course Arteta should be able to find a solution to improve and cover Arsenal weaknesses, Manchester City has dominated the league in the last few seasons so they might also do it next season, so it is very important for Arsenal or other teams to be able to break  Manchester City dominance so far and make the English league more competitive again without one club  dominating the championship trophy.

[X-ray]

It seems, if Pep Guardiola leaves Manchester City it is very likely that the Premier League will become more interesting because the competition will be more competitive and will make other teams to win trophies.

I am pretty sure that Mikel Arteta would want to win it before Pep leaves, it would be more satisfying to beat Pep to the EPL title, if Pep leaves before another manager wins the EPL again, then it it somewhat shameful, the goal for other top managers in the Premier League is to beat Pep to the title.

If this real, and that's gonna be arteta's last chance to compete with pep in the upcoming season. Pep stabbed Arteta's club at the end of season twice. Arteta obviously sees Pep as the biggest obstacle to winning the PL trophy. The nuance will be very different if arteta win PL trophy without beating city in pep's era.

Having said that, i think Pep has one more year left on his contract, so that is a worry for Manchester City if he does not extend his contract, and it is likely that he won't, i don't think they have a replacement yet and if Guardiola leaves, they might lose their dominance on English football.

Manchestes can hand him a new contract, but does pep want it?. Pep has clearly stated in the past that he would like to coach the national team before he retires.

Pep Guardiola was a key figure in City's success, as they won won so many trophies. He helped City dominate the Premier League. They even broke Fergie's record at Manchester United too.

City may be nothing if it won't be coached by guardiola.

[Oluwa-btc]

It is nice to see Arsenal making a big effort to achieve bigger success in the Premier League. Arteta wants to keep a good squad quality for next season to fight for the league championship once again.

Arsenal's performances have been really good recently. They have been struggling to win the Premier League title in the last two seasons, but they have been failing. They do end up ending the season in second place, so next season is another season in which they are going to try their luck if they will be able achieve their aim. Arsenal has a very good squad, and they will still try their best next season to win the league title, but Manchester City will also want to win it, which we know isn't really going to be easy for both clubs. I know it’s too early to conclude on the club that will be winning the league title, but Manchester City should be able to win it once again.

That is correct about the performance they have showcased in the last two seasons. I'm not a fan but, I have a big smile on my face whenever I'm watching them.
You know what I love about failing/falling? They're the best teachers and eye openers, as much as they're having obvious improvements, then they're heading the right direction.

When I analyse the  signings they have made in the last two seasons, they're major signatures which has filled up potholes in the club. I'd love to see a backup player for Saka, or is Fabio Vierra the ideal backup player? That I don't know fully. Gunners did not just do well in the Premier League Competition last season, they also did well during thr Champions League Competition group stage which I followed closely.

My first three clubs to dominate the Premier League Competition would be;
Arsenal.
Manchester City and then
Manchester United. Gunners has all it takes to win the Premier League Competition. They're yet to make a decision with signing a striker, if they should bring in a player that's experience, I'd champion the move for toe names ( Alexander Isaak and Ivan Toney )  they have good knowledge of the Premier League Competition and will bring a quick and massive impact to Arsenal.

[Velvet78]

I feel like Chelsea is going to be the most active team in this transfer window among top teams of the league. Boehly likes to spend a lot of money every window. Especially after bringing a new manager there would surely be some names Enzo Maresca would also like to see in his team. Like they have signed Dewsbury-Hall already.  

I just hope to see them spending their money more efficiently. Being rich doesn't guarantee success. Chelsea have been horrible for a few seasons which is the best example. If the chairman gets more careful (and patient) things would be better in time not only financially but also in terms of success.

[asriloni]

I feel like Chelsea is going to be the most active team in this transfer window among top teams of the league. Boehly likes to spend a lot of money every window.

It's most likely true. A few hours ago, chelsea has been announcing 5 new signings on their official X account. That's a lot, but chelsea is not that aggressive like previous season when they bought everything 100 million euros. It seems they realized that if they did it wrong. 

I just hope to see them spending their money more efficiently. Being rich doesn't guarantee success. Chelsea have been horrible for a few seasons which is the best example. If the chairman gets more careful (and patient) things would be better in time not only financially but also in terms of success.

Chelsea does it. Most new signings are cheap, except Estavao from Palmeiras. It takes time for maresca to reassemble his club, then build a strong chemistry. So, todd boehly, as a chairman, he needs to be even more patience to see his new club to be fully connected under Maresca.

[Palakka]

I feel like Chelsea is going to be the most active team in this transfer window among top teams of the league. Boehly likes to spend a lot of money every window. Especially after bringing a new manager there would surely be some names Enzo Maresca would also like to see in his team. Like they have signed Dewsbury-Hall already. 

I just hope to see them spending their money more efficiently. Being rich doesn't guarantee success. Chelsea have been horrible for a few seasons which is the best example. If the chairman gets more careful (and patient) things would be better in time not only financially but also in terms of success.

Several English league teams are starting to look quite active in recruiting new players at the moment, Manchester United, Chelsea, City and Arsenal reportedly have a long list of names of players they will recruit to strengthen their squad next season, last season Chelsea ended the season outside Champions League zone so Todd Boehly was quite disappointed with all their achievements and finally fired Pochettino from his coaching position, even though towards the end of the season Chelsea started to develop, but this did not stop Chelsea from firing Pochettino and recruiting Enzo Maresca as their new coach next season.

Bringing in Enzo Maresca is proof of Todd Boehly ambition to see Chelsea rise again, not just recruiting a new coach, in fact Chelsea is currently very active in the transfer market for recruiting many talented young players and  if I'm not mistake, so far Chelsea have brought in 5 new players who is ready to compete for the main place at Chelsea next season, compared to other English league clubs, currently Chelsea is the team that has recruited the most players and reportedly they are still trying to recruit Osimhen from Napoli at this time.

[Docnaster]

I feel like Chelsea is going to be the most active team in this transfer window among top teams of the league. Boehly likes to spend a lot of money every window. Especially after bringing a new manager there would surely be some names Enzo Maresca would also like to see in his team. Like they have signed Dewsbury-Hall already.  

I just hope to see them spending their money more efficiently. Being rich doesn't guarantee success. Chelsea have been horrible for a few seasons which is the best example. If the chairman gets more careful (and patient) things would be better in time not only financially but also in terms of success.

Chelsea have been one of the most active clubs in the transfer market in the last two years and in terms of spending, they're among the three highest spenders in the transfer market in that same duration but despite Chelsea's ability to sign many high profile players, it still haven't made them the best performers in the Europe or in the English Premier League. Since their new manager Enzo Maresca have been appointed as the club manager, he's made several suggestions to the club's management on players he'll want to be signed to the club of which some of his requests have been granted.
Now that the club is busy getting these players Enzo Maresca wants, I hope he'll in return improve the club's performance that will see them contending for the biggest trophies because failure to do that might also make him face the same fate of his predecessors which is to be sacked

[klidex]

Having said that, i think Pep has one more year left on his contract, so that is a worry for Manchester City if he does not extend his contract, and it is likely that he won't, i don't think they have a replacement yet and if Guardiola leaves, they might lose their dominance on English football.

Manchestes can hand him a new contract, but does pep want it?. Pep has clearly stated in the past that he would like to coach the national team before he retires.

Pep Guardiola was a key figure in City's success, as they won won so many trophies. He helped City dominate the Premier League. They even broke Fergie's record at Manchester United too.

City may be nothing if it won't be coached by guardiola.

Yes, I admit that Pep Guardiola did not say he would continue with Manchester City, but I believe that if one day this coach leaves the club, Manchester City will still be the strongest club in the Premier League as long as the key players are retained.
We might be too early to talk about this because we will never know what Pep Guardiola's plans are and sometimes a plan can change at any time.
When this professional coach leaves Manchester City, the club's performance will remain intact as long as management can bring in a new governor who can manage the club well and continue Pep Guardiola's legacy.

Most fans will definitely be sad and very worried if losing a reliable coach could result in inconsistent performance, but I always remember that Manchester City is a big club that will look for a replacement coach who has the same skills as Pep Guardiola.

[hahay]

I feel like Chelsea is going to be the most active team in this transfer window among top teams of the league. Boehly likes to spend a lot of money every window. Especially after bringing a new manager there would surely be some names Enzo Maresca would also like to see in his team. Like they have signed Dewsbury-Hall already.  

I just hope to see them spending their money more efficiently. Being rich doesn't guarantee success. Chelsea have been horrible for a few seasons which is the best example. If the chairman gets more careful (and patient) things would be better in time not only financially but also in terms of success.

So far Chelsea have managed to bring in four new players, they are Marc Guiu, Omari Kellyman, Tosin Adarabioyo and Dewsbury-Hall and not only that, because several players will also or have returned from loan such as their goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. Thus, basically Chelsea has a good squad but coming back to the Chelsea manager, if their head coach or manager can maximize the potential of each player, then of course there is a big chance for Chelsea to be able to compete in the top four of the Premier League standings next season. But indeed, because Enzo Maresca is also not a new manager to handle a team in the Premier League, it is hoped that Enzo Maresca can quickly produce good results for Chelsea because if Enzo Maresca fails, then of course Chelsea will fire him.

[Issa56]

Chelsea have been one of the most active clubs in the transfer market in the last two years and in terms of spending, they're among the three highest spenders in the transfer market in that same duration but despite Chelsea's ability to sign many high profile players, it still haven't made them the best performers in the Europe or in the English Premier League.

If a club's performance is always judged by the amount of money a club spend in a season, then Chelsea should have been ending the season in the top 4 with the amount they have been spending. But we can see how Chelsea have been consistent in their last two seasons. Their performance was so poor at the beginning and middle of last season, their position was around 10th on the table until towards the end of the season, when things changed for them and they were able to climb the table. Chelsea already has a new coach, and they are already spending money on new players. Let’s see how Chelsea will perform next season.

[bitcampaign]

Arsenal is quite consistent in my opinion, Arteta really keeps Arsenal's reputation very well, yes even though he hasn't won the English premier league, but in my opinion Arteta is really very good and good so far, he just needs time to see the opportunities that might result from Manchester City's unfocusedness or Guardiola's men, because they are the wall to make the Gunners win the English premier league.

We don't know how Man City can win again or not next season, because the last two seasons Arsenal and Man City have been very close together and very thin points difference, that's what makes me think doubtful that man city can experience victory again next season, seeing Arteta's consistency continue to be in second place it proves that Arsenal cannot be underestimated by Man City, I thought of some problems that might occur in Man City that could affect the game, like before when KDB got injured and Man City experienced a setback for some time, and that could be an opportunity for competitors like Arsenal to utilize it well.

Arsenal have shown how they are able to experience very rapid improvements so far in competing in the Premier League, previously we only saw Arsenal as a team that was only targeting qualifying for the top 4 at the end of the season but slowly they have now turned into title contenders which makes Manchester City is under pressure, although in the last two seasons Arsenal have still failed to win a trophy, but if you look at what Arsenal have done and achieved now, of course their chances of winning the English League title are very close in future and we should make them one of the favorite teams to be championship in the next season

Arsenal's failure this season is due to nothing more than their consistency and mental decline towards the end of the season, so in order not to repeat the same mistakes next season, of course Arteta should be able to find a solution to improve and cover Arsenal weaknesses, Manchester City has dominated the league in the last few seasons so they might also do it next season, so it is very important for Arsenal or other teams to be able to break  Manchester City dominance so far and make the English league more competitive again without one club  dominating the championship trophy.

To be honest, I'm still quite surprised by Arsenal whether they are really able to compete or whether their competitors have not been doing well in recent seasons, such as Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, who have appeared inconsistent in the previous season, so is it natural that Arsenal It can be said that they were successful if these three clubs played well last season and Arsenal certainly won't be able to become runners-up or even become their moonshot.

Seeing Arsenal who for two seasons were unable to break Manchester City's record last season made me annoyed with their game in the middle of the season, in my opinion several times they wasted points that they could have gotten, but Arsenal's performance was a lot of disappointment for supporters. them when they see it happen.

[TelolettOm]

Arsenal's performances have been really good recently. They have been struggling to win the Premier League title in the last two seasons, but they have been failing. They do end up ending the season in second place, so next season is another season in which they are going to try their luck if they will be able achieve their aim. Arsenal has a very good squad, and they will still try their best next season to win the league title, but Manchester City will also want to win it, which we know isn't really going to be easy for both clubs. I know it’s too early to conclude on the club that will be winning the league title, but Manchester City should be able to win it once again.

Arsenal performance in the last 2 seasons is amazing. They always became the runner-up, they almost became the champion of EPL league. The problem of Arsenal is they often get difficulty to maintain their performance in the second half of the season. Sometimes, they even got defeated by smaller teams. I don't know why Arsenal players is very difficult to maintain their performance. I think it may be about the mentality of the players!

Arsenal season history


Man City always know to finish the season at the first place. Man City has a great mentality, they can't be affected by other people. Arsenal players must follow the way of Man City players to end the season up. If Arsenal players can do the same way, Arsenal may be the champion in the next season.

[SOKO-DEKE]

It is nice to see Arsenal making a big effort to achieve bigger success in the Premier League. Arteta wants to keep a good squad quality for next season to fight for the league championship once again.

Arsenal's performances have been really good recently. They have been struggling to win the Premier League title in the last two seasons, but they have been failing. They do end up ending the season in second place, so next season is another season in which they are going to try their luck if they will be able achieve their aim. Arsenal has a very good squad, and they will still try their best next season to win the league title, but Manchester City will also want to win it, which we know isn't really going to be easy for both clubs. I know it’s too early to conclude on the club that will be winning the league title, but Manchester City should be able to win it once again.

Honestly, Arsenal have been in serious form all these last two seasons, but what I just view about Arsenal is that they are not just lucky about winning the Premier League in these last two seasons. Now, it is another season coming, and I am still expecting great performances from Arsenal again. I can't really say Arsenal will win the league, but with the way their performances have been increasing in the last two seasons, and with the planning of adding more quality players to the squad, especially a striker, Arsenal will meet their fans' expectations. I am also aware that Manchester City will also be in great form. It will be a great challenge for Arsenal to win, but let's see what will happen.

[Swordsoffreedom]

There is a chance for that in 1-2 years. Guardiola has been giving some signals from time to time. He won't manage Manchester City forever in the end. The whole team is built according to his system as well.

Which is really the most interesting point to me... Because when he leaves Manchester City, the team will need to find a manager who can fill his place and maintain the same system. It would be a high-cost thing to tear down all the things Guardiola has built here so far. I don't think the board would want to do such thing either. Therefore I feel like Arteta will be offered the job in case Guardiola leaves. I believe he is the best fit for such duty. 

What Guardiola has built will certainly be a legacy that is easy to continue because this team is full of great and talented players. Of course whoever replaces Guardiola will of course maintain what is there and just have to continue, it's not that easy for a team that has won. The EPL four times in a row will just collapse when Guardiola leaves, you might find it interesting because there are no great coaches in the EPL where there will be matches that are balanced and not too complicated so that Manchester City doesn't completely dominate anymore.

for example, after Klopp left the EPL and if Guardiola did so, it would seem that the EPL would not be that interesting without there being more intense competition. but whatever it is, Manchester City will of course keep Guardiola until they really find a replacement. Moreover, it is impossible for Ateta to replace Guardiola at Manchester City but he will focus on bringing Arsenal to win the EPL which he often failed to achieve. 

If and when Pep leaves Man City, it might introduce a tough period for City, as it happens with every other club when their revolutionary manager leaves. But City has been a club that creates sustainable plans and definitely will find their way when they face such a situation.

Pep is already considered to be one of the greats and he will always be one. He is someone who has done things in footballing history like no one else. Not even the likes of Jose Mourinho, Carlo, or Sir Alex. Who can replace him is a hard question to dwell on, but there will be plenty of answers by the time he retires for sure.

Filling Pep Guardiola’s shoes is a scary job for any manager you name from the current market. But there has to be someone stepping up, filling that gap, and managing that massive club that has so far been a revolutionary team in the premier league.

I don’t think Arteta will leave Arsenal for Pep’s spot. He is building a legacy at Arsenal and doesn’t seem anywhere near stopping anytime soon. He is serious about what's to come into Arsenal. He is ready for all of it.

[$weetne$$]

I just hope to see them spending their money more efficiently. Being rich doesn't guarantee success. Chelsea have been horrible for a few seasons which is the best example. If the chairman gets more careful (and patient) things would be better in time not only financially but also in terms of success.

Todd Boehly loves to spend money and we should be expecting him to spend another $1 Billion in the transfer market signing young players that would not be able to impact the league. Todd boehly do not allow his managers to be incharge of the signing of players and this causes the bad signing they always have. Out of all the players that they are going to sign one will be a top signing like last season that Cole Palmer became a successful signing but the others flopped. Injuries caused alot of damage but this season they might not be good signings too. It is not about signing players but can you assemble the perfect team to challenge for the title because Arsenal and Manchester city are going to strengthen their squad this season and it would not be an easy fight for the title.

[Litzki1990]

Having said that, i think Pep has one more year left on his contract, so that is a worry for Manchester City if he does not extend his contract, and it is likely that he won't, i don't think they have a replacement yet and if Guardiola leaves, they might lose their dominance on English football.

Manchestes can hand him a new contract, but does pep want it?. Pep has clearly stated in the past that he would like to coach the national team before he retires.

Pep Guardiola was a key figure in City's success, as they won won so many trophies. He helped City dominate the Premier League. They even broke Fergie's record at Manchester United too.

City may be nothing if it won't be coached by guardiola.

Yes, I admit that Pep Guardiola did not say he would continue with Manchester City, but I believe that if one day this coach leaves the club, Manchester City will still be the strongest club in the Premier League as long as the key players are retained.
We might be too early to talk about this because we will never know what Pep Guardiola's plans are and sometimes a plan can change at any time.
When this professional coach leaves Manchester City, the club's performance will remain intact as long as management can bring in a new governor who can manage the club well and continue Pep Guardiola's legacy.

Most fans will definitely be sad and very worried if losing a reliable coach could result in inconsistent performance, but I always remember that Manchester City is a big club that will look for a replacement coach who has the same skills as Pep Guardiola.

Pep Guardiola is not like all other managers who stay in the team when the situation is good but he is different. This manager accepts the challenge for a new team that is not doing very well in the league title or the champion league, the sole aim of this manager is to take charge of the team and make that team champion. With all the achievements Manchester City have achieved under him, he will surely find new destinations and take on new challenges. 

Rumors of his leaving the club, many say that his next choice may be Manchester United, but he will probably take responsibility for another league rather than the English Premier League.

[junder]

Manchestes can hand him a new contract, but does pep want it?. Pep has clearly stated in the past that he would like to coach the national team before he retires.

Pep Guardiola was a key figure in City's success, as they won won so many trophies. He helped City dominate the Premier League. They even broke Fergie's record at Manchester United too.

City may be nothing if it won't be coached by guardiola.

I don't think Manchester City will be fine if Pep Guardiola is no longer looking after them. Who knows what will happen if Manchester City loses the right coach for them. Before that, of course, Pep Guardiola has made a big contribution to Manchester City because he has enabled Manchester City to dominate the Premier League and win consecutive titles, of course that is an extraordinary achievement. Pep Guardiola's name will be well known at Manchester City because his great services must be appreciated.

Manchester City might experience a decline in performance when they lose the figure of Pep Guardiola, who in my opinion is the right coach to take care of Manchester City and of course no coach will stay forever, especially when they won the Premier League title yesterday. Pep said he wanted to find a new challenge which would allow him to leave Manchester City. Of course, if that clearly happens then I think Manchester City will collapse and go back to looking for a suitable coach again and then rebuild a strategy to dominate the Premier League again.

[Smack That Ace]

Arsenal's performances have been really good recently. They have been struggling to win the Premier League title in the last two seasons, but they have been failing. They do end up ending the season in second place, so next season is another season in which they are going to try their luck if they will be able achieve their aim. Arsenal has a very good squad, and they will still try their best next season to win the league title, but Manchester City will also want to win it, which we know isn't really going to be easy for both clubs. I know it’s too early to conclude on the club that will be winning the league title, but Manchester City should be able to win it once again.

Arsenal is quite consistent in my opinion, Arteta really keeps Arsenal's reputation very well, yes even though he hasn't won the English premier league, but in my opinion Arteta is really very good and good so far, he just needs time to see the opportunities that might result from Manchester City's unfocusedness or Guardiola's men, because they are the wall to make the Gunners win the English premier league.

We don't know how Man City can win again or not next season, because the last two seasons Arsenal and Man City have been very close together and very thin points difference, that's what makes me think doubtful that man city can experience victory again next season, seeing Arteta's consistency continue to be in second place it proves that Arsenal cannot be underestimated by Man City, I thought of some problems that might occur in Man City that could affect the game, like before when KDB got injured and Man City experienced a setback for some time, and that could be an opportunity for competitors like Arsenal to utilize it well.

The biggest problem with Arsenal is that They have not been able to play consistently when it matters. If they could actually play consistently when it mattered, they would have at least won the English Premier League title at least once in the last three seasons. And who says that they are going to be able to perform consistently when it matters in the next season? I know that I am sounding a little negative right now. But that is something I have to be. And I will not say that it is actually being negative. I am being critical of their performance.

Manchester City will probably have to perform better than what they did in the last two seasons. And in the last season, Manchester City was able to win the English Premier League title with having not much of a difference from Arsenal. And I hope Manchester City is actually going to get some competition from other teams as well.

Regards

Duke

[klidex]

Rumors of his leaving the club, many say that his next choice may be Manchester United, but he will probably take responsibility for another league rather than the English Premier League.

Pep Guardiola's contract at Man City will end next season in 2025 and it is reported that the coach will not extend his contract again because Pep Guardiola has been Manchester City coach for quite a long time and has made many achievements so it is possible that he wants a new challenge by coaching a club outside the Premier League.
I don't recommend Pep to coach a club which is currently in chaos, I mean Man City's city rival, namely Manchester United, because if Pep goes to Man United it would be like betraying Man City because then Pep and Man City will look like enemies when competing in the title race.

Source Pep Guardiola_Man City

I suggest Pep return to his native Spain and become coach of one of the big clubs there, namely Barcelona. It will be very interesting to see the competition between Carlo Anceloti and Pep Guardiola in the fight for the La Liga title but if he becomes Barca coach he will not easily buy the players he needs because Barcelona is not as rich as Man City but if he can build performance with the existing players he is a hero which Barca has been looking for.

[samuraijin]

My first three clubs to dominate the Premier League Competition would be;
Arsenal.
Manchester City and then
Manchester United. Gunners has all it takes to win the Premier League Competition. They're yet to make a decision with signing a striker, if they should bring in a player that's experience, I'd champion the move for toe names ( Alexander Isaak and Ivan Toney )  they have good knowledge of the Premier League Competition and will bring a quick and massive impact to Arsenal.

There is a big possibility that the names of the two clubs Arsenal and Manchester City could become competitors again, but this is not the case with Manchester United because last season they only finished in 10th place in the Premier League and far from Chelsea's ranking with their less consistent performance but they were able to finish in  6th place is certainly far from the achievements of football observers. Looking at Ten Hag's performance, it is not impossible that they will experience setbacks if Ten Hag always relies on his big ambition and ego towards players, that is one of the reasons why I do not agree with your prediction which says Manchester United will be able to become  competitors from the three big clubs.