⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Adbitco]

It seems there have been personal talks between Alexander Isak and Liverpool, and the two may already have an agreement. So it just has to wait for an answer from Newcastle, whether Isak will be released or not. On the other hand, Newcastle are currently being linked with Benjamin Sesko, and I think this will have something to do with Isak's future. If Newcastle manages to land Sesko, it is highly likely that Isak will be allowed to join Liverpool.

Alexander Isak is a reliable striker who already has a lot of experience in the Premier League, so if he joins Liverpool, he will most likely become a starter in the front line, with Hugo Ekitike as his back-up.

I think I can agree with this very news. Isak didn't travel with the team for the pre season tour and I think the main reason is that they already know that he will not be part of the team this season and that's why they want to play without him although they said it's because he has minor injury but I just think that's a cover up story from the actual reason why he didn't travel with the team. As for Sesko, I saw a news yesterday that suggests the player himself has chosen to play for Manchester United this season. I'm not really sure about that because it was only from one source that I have seen that very news concerning Sesko.

[Zaguru12]

I wanna try to highlight MU's result against AFC. They won with massive score. Their midfield played differently in this game. They move faster, and also pretty good response from them to move fast upfront. They're quite aggressive in attack, and doing well in defence.
This gives all of their fans optimistic to face the next season. They look like build a respectable team. However, i don't wanna to conclude if they have improved because it's friendly game.

That's interesting to see how good they are against Arsenal soon. If they can do the same to the Arsenal. They won't he finished at the half bottom next season.

It was another good game from Manchester United again but yet again there are some observations. My first take is their midfield, Bruno and Casemiro yet again in the midfield, seriously I have seen that Amorim is trying to force this combination but it is no longer working because both players are not good together, Bruno actually tries to move up more and the spaces left behind cannot be occupied alone by Casemiro. In this game the formation looked good a little because there was mount there to actually help the midfield but in other games where is people like Cunha it will be difficult to keep this formation. The combination of Mainoo and Ugarte were more balanced than this because it freed the Bruno more.

The two players that have improved seriously well in this preseason is Dorgu and Hojlund, seriously the tracks backs and the forward run from Dorgu were something i definitely believe will be key to Manchester United this season. For Hojlund, his position was seriously good in the last two games. His ability to trick defenders was a good one, it is this positioning that he lacked last season and didn’t made him get goals. With performance like this it will be a big season for him

[JeffBrad12]

I wanna try to highlight MU's result against AFC. They won with massive score. Their midfield played differently in this game. They move faster, and also pretty good response from them to move fast upfront. They're quite aggressive in attack, and doing well in defence.
This gives all of their fans optimistic to face the next season. They look like build a respectable team. However, i don't wanna to conclude if they have improved because it's friendly game.

That's interesting to see how good they are against Arsenal soon. If they can do the same to the Arsenal. They won't he finished at the half bottom next season.

It was another good game from Manchester United again but yet again there are some observations. My first take is their midfield, Bruno and Casemiro yet again in the midfield, seriously I have seen that Amorim is trying to force this combination but it is no longer working because both players are not good together, Bruno actually tries to move up more and the spaces left behind cannot be occupied alone by Casemiro. In this game the formation looked good a little because there was mount there to actually help the midfield but in other games where is people like Cunha it will be difficult to keep this formation. The combination of Mainoo and Ugarte were more balanced than this because it freed the Bruno more.

The two players that have improved seriously well in this preseason is Dorgu and Hojlund, seriously the tracks backs and the forward run from Dorgu were something i definitely believe will be key to Manchester United this season. For Hojlund, his position was seriously good in the last two games. His ability to trick defenders was a good one, it is this positioning that he lacked last season and didn’t made him get goals. With performance like this it will be a big season for him

Yeah, i aware about that about the disconnection in their midfield. That's why i think it's important to bring someone who can bold their mid. However, i also give applause to the Mount in this game. He looked better, but who knows he will flop again in the league.
They still need to put a new midfielder as their priority, otherwise, they will be cooked. However, they still trying to fix it one by one. Impossible to fix all of their problem at once.

[Adbitco]

I wanna try to highlight MU's result against AFC. They won with massive score. Their midfield played differently in this game. They move faster, and also pretty good response from them to move fast upfront. They're quite aggressive in attack, and doing well in defence.
This gives all of their fans optimistic to face the next season. They look like build a respectable team. However, i don't wanna to conclude if they have improved because it's friendly game.

That's interesting to see how good they are against Arsenal soon. If they can do the same to the Arsenal. They won't he finished at the half bottom next season.

Your last statement, but Arsenal isn't the only team they are going to be playing against when the season starts,  even if they manage to beat Arsenal in that game it still doesn't guarantee that they will do well after just one game. So far they have won two pre season games which is not bad. The middle is still the problem. Bruno Fernandez doesn't track back, Casemiro who's the DM is slow, once the ball goes off him or an attack that's swift handles this MU, that's when we will know that the middle is still a problem. If Casemiro is to continue in the team, he needs the support of and active CM, the one that fast and skilled.

[Marvelockg]

The Luis Díaz deal is complete. 4-year deal signed with Bayern Munich. Now we are all looking for what Liverpool will do next. I think it'll be a move to sign Isak most probably. Now they've more sources to bring him easier.

Isak wants only Liverpool and Liverpool has been the longest admirer of him especially since his moved to Newcastle and how well he has performed.

This deal of Luiz Diaz which is still a good bargain for them will definitely fuel their long term admirer. This is making things easier for them to get a potential replacement for Salah although not ignoring the risks and competition here.

Is the plan to replace Luis Diaz with Isak worth it? However, I regret Luiz Diaz's departure, especially since he has contributed greatly to Liverpool so far. While Isak has indeed had an impressive performance with Newcastle, there is no guarantee that he will be able to show the same performance for Liverpool.

what is then the criteria for rating players if not the past performance they have put up in their former club? the thought process ideally is that if Isaak can do well in Newcastle, then he will only do well in Liverpool and looking at his kind of play, if he plays along the kind of players that are already at Liverpool, it is gong to make things much easier for him since all he work load will no longer be on his shoulder. Luiz Diaz was equally good but bringing in alexander Isaak as his replacement doesn't look like a bad swap.

[Zaguru12]

Yeah, i aware about that about the disconnection in their midfield. That's why i think it's important to bring someone who can bold their mid. However, i also give applause to the Mount in this game. He looked better, but who knows he will flop again in the league.
They still need to put a new midfielder as their priority, otherwise, they will be cooked. However, they still trying to fix it one by one. Impossible to fix all of their problem at once.

The real question is has mount actually flopped at Manchester United? I will say no but it hasn’t be going so well for him due to injuries but he definitely hasn’t had the chance to prove himself, for me I think until he gets a run of games like five games straight each from starting position and doesn’t deliver that we all can say he is flopping but seriously I don’t think he has had those games or even thinks he will get those run of games except Bruno isn’t available during those periods which we all know is not happening because of how fit Bruno is. Until now I still think there was no need to sign him in the first place, not because of his quality but because United have that role occupied already.

Yes I also agree with the new Midfielder addition I think that with this current squad the most needed position is the central midfield position, yes we are back again at this point even when they have signed Ugarte last season, not that Ugarte isn’t good enough but looks like Amorim doesn’t trusts him that much at the moment. So a midfielder like Baleba will be great addition and if offers come for Casemiro then they should listen to that

[Tmoonz]

Well, we'll see if the player actually left Newcastle United for Liverpool or if it's just a rumor. Alexander Isak's arrival would certainly be a strong addition to their attack, but I suspect this Liverpool rumor is simply part of the player's strategy to secure a higher salary at Newcastle. It's quite clear that after the rumors of Alexander Isak's move to Liverpool became quite intense, and Newcastle continued to try to retain him, the player immediately asked Newcastle for a pay rise.

Newcastle is indeed very concerned about one of its key players, as Alexander Isak has clearly expressed his desire to leave Liverpool. It's just a matter of whether the club is willing to let Isak go and wait for the right offer.

However, Newcastle must find several top players to replace their key players who are leaving the club this time. Clearly, no decision has been made regarding Isak's departure; they are still waiting for Newcastle to open up that opportunity, and that is leaning towards Liverpool.

It seems there have been personal talks between Alexander Isak and Liverpool, and the two may already have an agreement. So it just has to wait for an answer from Newcastle, whether Isak will be released or not. On the other hand, Newcastle are currently being linked with Benjamin Sesko, and I think this will have something to do with Isak's future. If Newcastle manages to land Sesko, it is highly likely that Isak will be allowed to join Liverpool.

Alexander Isak is a reliable striker who already has a lot of experience in the Premier League, so if he joins Liverpool, he will most likely become a starter in the front line, with Hugo Ekitike as his back-up.

Umm I don't really think it's a rumor or some kind of tricks to get a raise of salary, Liverpool are really serious about it and again since the departure of Luis Diaz they will definitely need a replacement for him and Alexander isak is a perfect replacement for him, and Newcastle on the other hand will be trying to keep him but but I think getting to his demands will be kind of difficult so for that reason he's likely to join Liverpool and if by chance he goes to Liverpool it's really gonna be a big shot as Liverpool front will likely be unstoppable, just imagine ekitike, Alexander isak and Wirtz in that front mehn EPL is really gonna feel the heat.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Liverpool is really going for a back-to-back title in the PL now! 



Arne Slot is given a huge budget seemingly. But he deserves it though. Just think about how good start that was without a new transfer last season.

He could have even gone for more titles. But now he is reshaping the squad according to his choices. So I'm waiting. And I hope my beloved Chelsea would also show more progress. 

[Obari]

what is then the criteria for rating players if not the past performance they have put up in their former club? the thought process ideally is that if Isaak can do well in Newcastle, then he will only do well in Liverpool and looking at his kind of play, if he plays along the kind of players that are already at Liverpool, it is gong to make things much easier for him since all he work load will no longer be on his shoulder. Luiz Diaz was equally good but bringing in alexander Isaak as his replacement doesn't look like a bad swap.

Newcastle United not ready to lose Alexander Isak but If the striker insist on leaving, I guess nobody will be able to stop him or changed his mind. Isak is a top player that have gather enough experience and have also been the existing goal machine for the Magpies. Sometimes I do wonder if Newcastle will be able to surf a good backup replacement for Isak. Alexander Isak can do well in every possible elite team he represents as a top striker. There's more unfold stories he has for everyone of us but it's just a matter of time for Isak to explore them.

Liverpool happen to be his next bus-stop, he's keen and have already given the greenlight to play for the Reds. Arne Slot knows what to do but his attacking force is been filled up already, Slot wouldn't mind adding more new players as far as he has the strength to hit more buttons to explore and win games.

[sana54210]

I wanna try to highlight MU's result against AFC. They won with massive score. Their midfield played differently in this game. They move faster, and also pretty good response from them to move fast upfront. They're quite aggressive in attack, and doing well in defence.
This gives all of their fans optimistic to face the next season. They look like build a respectable team. However, i don't wanna to conclude if they have improved because it's friendly game.

That's interesting to see how good they are against Arsenal soon. If they can do the same to the Arsenal. They won't he finished at the half bottom next season.

Manchester United performance looking better in early games with their team depth is also better while they are converting their chances which are good sign for them have few good results surely going to increase their confidence.

Ruben Amorim is working on few strategies which are going to give them good chance of coming back in top ranks while having results like these fans are going to be happy because this will boost their season, and they could be able to challenge top clubs for better results. Right now, top teams are having good advantage with their quality difference is also increased which is problems for many teams which are staying in middle and lower half of league table but Premier League is surely going to be had another exciting season.

[asriloni]

Liverpool is really going for a back-to-back title in the PL now! 

Yeah Liverpool is top contender back to back Champion next season. However, you statement gave me the impression that all of their transfers are guaranteed to be successful. Meanwhile, seeing how Ekitike performed in the pre-season, it questioned me about how can he compete with such performance.

Only hope we will see a very strict competition between any big clubs in PL.

[Cryptoprincess101]

The Luis Díaz deal is complete. 4-year deal signed with Bayern Munich. Now we are all looking for what Liverpool will do next. I think it'll be a move to sign Isak most probably. Now they've more sources to bring him easier.

Isak wants only Liverpool and Liverpool has been the longest admirer of him especially since his moved to Newcastle and how well he has performed.

This deal of Luiz Diaz which is still a good bargain for them will definitely fuel their long term admirer. This is making things easier for them to get a potential replacement for Salah although not ignoring the risks and competition here.

Is the plan to replace Luis Diaz with Isak worth it? However, I regret Luiz Diaz's departure, especially since he has contributed greatly to Liverpool so far. While Isak has indeed had an impressive performance with Newcastle, there is no guarantee that he will be able to show the same performance for Liverpool.

If you ask me i will say it is a perfect plan to replace Luis Diaz with Isak because in terms of experience and tactics, Isak is better than Luiz Diaz. Of course, there is no assurance that Isak can perform to expectation since he will be having a different experience due to the fact that he will now play for Liverpool that have a good team exposure unlike Newcastle that have lower quality but with time he will still make his way because he is a spectacular player that most teams will want to have in their squad so i trust Isak to deliver his role very well. Liverpool really knows what they are doing and from the signings they made in this transfer window, one can tell that they are getting prepared for the Champions League games therefore they need players with high precision of which Isak is equal to the Champions League tasks.

[Abbatty]

Liverpool is really going for a back-to-back title in the PL now! 

Yeah Liverpool is top contender back to back Champion next season. However, you statement gave me the impression that all of their transfers are guaranteed to be successful. Meanwhile, seeing how Ekitike performed in the pre-season, it questioned me about how can he compete with such performance.

Only hope we will see a very strict competition between any big clubs in PL.

When a team make a lot of big transfer in a season for sure some transfers will flop and honestly I don’t think Ekitike will work out in premier league, it a good thing they are trying to sign Alexander isak. Adding isak will definitely help Ekitike because it will take a lot of pressure off him. The thing is Ekitike is not prolific as most people think, he scored just 15 league goals in the bundesliga. To me Liverpool over spent in that transfer but let see if it will pay off.

[Silikiem]

Well, we'll see if the player actually left Newcastle United for Liverpool or if it's just a rumor. Alexander Isak's arrival would certainly be a strong addition to their attack, but I suspect this Liverpool rumor is simply part of the player's strategy to secure a higher salary at Newcastle. It's quite clear that after the rumors of Alexander Isak's move to Liverpool became quite intense, and Newcastle continued to try to retain him, the player immediately asked Newcastle for a pay rise.

Newcastle is indeed very concerned about one of its key players, as Alexander Isak has clearly expressed his desire to leave Liverpool. It's just a matter of whether the club is willing to let Isak go and wait for the right offer.

However, Newcastle must find several top players to replace their key players who are leaving the club this time. Clearly, no decision has been made regarding Isak's departure; they are still waiting for Newcastle to open up that opportunity, and that is leaning towards Liverpool.

It seems there have been personal talks between Alexander Isak and Liverpool, and the two may already have an agreement. So it just has to wait for an answer from Newcastle, whether Isak will be released or not. On the other hand, Newcastle are currently being linked with Benjamin Sesko, and I think this will have something to do with Isak's future. If Newcastle manages to land Sesko, it is highly likely that Isak will be allowed to join Liverpool.

Alexander Isak is a reliable striker who already has a lot of experience in the Premier League, so if he joins Liverpool, he will most likely become a starter in the front line, with Hugo Ekitike as his back-up.

Umm I don't really think it's a rumor or some kind of tricks to get a raise of salary, Liverpool are really serious about it and again since the departure of Luis Diaz they will definitely need a replacement for him and Alexander isak is a perfect replacement for him, and Newcastle on the other hand will be trying to keep him but but I think getting to his demands will be kind of difficult so for that reason he's likely to join Liverpool and if by chance he goes to Liverpool it's really gonna be a big shot as Liverpool front will likely be unstoppable, just imagine ekitike, Alexander isak and Wirtz in that front mehn EPL is really gonna feel the heat.

Liverpool fans keep saying Liverpool needs a replacement for the departed Luis Diaz, but I keep asking what they are doing with a player like Federico Chiesa whom they acquired last season from Inter Milan but couldn’t get a more playing chance probably due to some reasons related to Injury and he’s also trying to adapt to the premier league’s and Liverpool style of play and also the competition in the Liverpool attacking squad especially in the wing forward position. Now this is his second season at Liverpool and good thing is he was bought by the current Liverpool coach Arne slot last season, and now they have let one their wingers out of the club to join Bayern Munich, why not give the nod to Federico Chiesa as a quick and direct replacement for the departed Luis Diaz. For me I think the departure of Luis Diaz should be a good opportunity for for Liverpool and Chiesa to have a more playing chance and be able to replace him directly from the squad. He looks more of a new signing even though he was bought last season, not many people get to see him play last season so I think this season he should be able to have a more playing chance because he’s a very good and talented player. Federico Chiesa should be the perfect replacement for Luis Diaz as a winger and not Isak who is a central striker.

[Emitdama]

Well this is a good news for the accountability team in Liverpool FC  , i mean for sure they were waiting to some fresh money coming from some departures and this Luis Diaz sells for 70 millions brings some fresh air after spending a ton of money in this transfermarket.

I dont know how is gonna end this changes for the team, i mean they lost two key players like Jota and Diaz, the new ones needs to do pretty good.

Too much criticism after departure of Luis Diaz which was expected but still miserable because no one understanding what is happening and how things are going into Liverpool for next season how they are going to defend title with all new setup.

After Jota things were not easy, but now another big departure make more wired situation because he was doing great job and new players surely needed time to adjust for giving their best. Arne Slot is now ready for his second stint after having historic start of his job at Liverpool now fans are expecting more than last year which could be pressure on him and team which are preparing for challenging season with Arsenal and Manchester City are also ready for their best in this season as they achieve their targets.

[Akbarkoe]

Newcastle is indeed very concerned about one of its key players, as Alexander Isak has clearly expressed his desire to leave Liverpool. It's just a matter of whether the club is willing to let Isak go and wait for the right offer.

However, Newcastle must find several top players to replace their key players who are leaving the club this time. Clearly, no decision has been made regarding Isak's departure; they are still waiting for Newcastle to open up that opportunity, and that is leaning towards Liverpool.

Although the summer transfer window is still open until early September, if Alexander Isak ends up leaving St James' Park, rejecting all offers to keep him, and opting for a new career with Liverpool, then, as you mentioned, this will be a major problem for Newcastle United's attack. They need to bring in more promising new players as soon as possible, especially with the Premier League season starting in just two weeks. Benjamin Sesko is one name on Newcastle's radar, and they will have to compete with Manchester United for his signature. Benjamin Sesko's deal with Manchester United is almost complete, but if Newcastle United dares to make a tempting offer for the player and RB Leipzig, then it is very possible that Newcastle could poach him.

It seems there have been personal talks between Alexander Isak and Liverpool, and the two may already have an agreement. So it just has to wait for an answer from Newcastle, whether Isak will be released or not. On the other hand, Newcastle are currently being linked with Benjamin Sesko, and I think this will have something to do with Isak's future. If Newcastle manages to land Sesko, it is highly likely that Isak will be allowed to join Liverpool.

Alexander Isak is a reliable striker who already has a lot of experience in the Premier League, so if he joins Liverpool, he will most likely become a starter in the front line, with Hugo Ekitike as his back-up.

We'll have to wait and see how the transfer market develops, including the possibility of Benjamin Sesko moving to Newcastle. However, what's clear is that with Newcastle back in the Champions League this season, they desperately need a reliable striker, like Alexander Isak.

[SmartCharpa]

Liverpool is really going for a back-to-back title in the PL now! 



Arne Slot is given a huge budget seemingly. But he deserves it though. Just think about how good start that was without a new transfer last season.

He could have even gone for more titles. But now he is reshaping the squad according to his choices. So I'm waiting. And I hope my beloved Chelsea would also show more progress. 

Liverpool is really buying some top players in this transfer window, and they are sure to compete for the title again next season, but we can't make conclusions based just on how much money they spent on four players. How much money has Chelsea spent in the previous three seasons, yet they have been unable to win the Premier League title? If we agreed that a team's success was due to the players they signed, Chelsea would have won the Premier League for the previous three seasons.

However, Liverpool is still looking for more players, those that they have bought are not enough for them, and look at other teams, they are also trying to sign players because they are not going to sit back and watch Liverpool defend the league title. Arne Slot did an incredible job last season, winning the Premier League without signing a single player, but let's see what he can do with new signings next season.

[Smack That Ace]

Arne Slot is given a huge budget seemingly. But he deserves it though. Just think about how good start that was without a new transfer last season.

He could have even gone for more titles. But now he is reshaping the squad according to his choices. So I'm waiting. And I hope my beloved Chelsea would also show more progress. 

Since Arne Slot was able to bring Liverpool the title last season , this is why Liverpool management has given Slot a big budget to buy players. And Arne alot has bought players according to his own choice. Liverpool has spent more than 125 million for Wirtz alone. Liverpool has also spent 95 million for Hugo Ekitike.

Even so it  is still uncertain whether liverpool can dominate the Premier League next season. The competition in the Premier league will be fierce. A few days ago I watched the friendly match between Liverpool and Milan. Liverpool did not perform as well as expected. Liverpool lost the match by a margin of 4-2. Arne Slot has strengthened the squad. However, he has not yet been able to create a suitable match strategy.

[irhact]

When a team make a lot of big transfer in a season for sure some transfers will flop and honestly I don’t think Ekitike will work out in premier league, it a good thing they are trying to sign Alexander isak. Adding isak will definitely help Ekitike because it will take a lot of pressure off him. The thing is Ekitike is not prolific as most people think, he scored just 15 league goals in the bundesliga. To me Liverpool over spent in that transfer but let see if it will pay off.

Liverpool aren't depending on the strikers that they're signing to score lots of goals and that's why they aren't going for a top striker so far. Liverpool already has Mo Salah that can get them alot of goals therefore they don't need someone that'll be competing with Mo Salah but a striker that'll compliment him therefore any average striker can fit into the system very well. Getting a good striker can unbalance the team. Alexander Isak isn't a top striker but one that can add lots of improvements to the current Liverpool team that has already won the league. Liverpool defending their title is going to be alot of challenge for them because other clubs are coming for the title too.

[Fuso.hp]

As for MU, i'm getting even more skeptical with MU to compete for the UCL spot because they have not yet get rid off some dead woods. It's wise to have lesser expectation for them. I lower my expectation and believe they will able to finish at sixth.

Do you even think Manchester United will be able to secure the champions league spot in this coming season? I don’t really think that’s going to be possible, with the look of thinks I don’t think Manchester United will be ending the season in a better position, I don’t think they will end the season above 7th position on the table. We all can see how clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and other teams are signing players that will improve their performance, and those teams ended the season in a better position, Manchester United haven’t really been active in the transfer window as I expected, I don’t really expect much improvement in their performance by next season.

The teams that are between 1 and 4 in the Premier League points table usually qualify for the Champions League. Manchester United have not been performing very well for a long time and there are many other teams in the English Premier League who are regularly performing better than Manchester United L. In this case, excluding all those teams, Manchester United cannot be considered as the favorite team to qualify for the Champions League next season. First of all, I would say that Liverpool will be in the favorite position, secondly, Manchester City, Arsenal, thirdly, and fourthly, Chelsea, and Newcastle, among others, can come. If Manchester United performs better than the teams I mentioned next season, then only they will be able to make it to the Champions League next season.