⚽ Premier League 2024/2025 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Adbitco]

Greedy? What greedy are you referring to here, a team is trying to sign players in sensitive areas and you're saying they are greedy, no they are not. Manchester City or should I say Pep is no longer comfortable with Ederson in front of goal and wants a chance that's why they are pushing hard to get Donnarumma from PSG before the window closes. Ortega is not even in City's plans and their new goalkeeper can't start handling first team matches yet that's why they are going for Donnarumma.

I also think this is greed honestly. What did Manchester City sign Trafford for then? Didn't they aim to make him their main GK? 

Now they are going for Donnarumma as well. I also think Trafford won't be happy with this news.

He is a talented youngster you know. He needs to play regularly not to rot on the bench...

If you're in charge of Manchester City would you trust Trafford to be the number goalkeeper of your team when you're fully aware that his never been the first choice keeper of any top team? Right from when he was signed, I knew he was not going to be the first choice keeper and I wasn't also surprised that Manchester City started pushing for the signature of Donnarumma because I knew Trafford was never going to be the first goalkeeper at least not this season.

[Abbatty]

I also don't understand the greed by Manchester City... They've already signed James Trafford for 30m euros. They have a backup goalkeeper who is Ortega also.

Then why are they going for Donnarumma too?    I don't think Trafford would be happy about giving his starting eleven place to him.

I'd rather see Manchester United going for the Italian goalkeeper as they need the most now.

Greedy? What greedy are you referring to here, a team is trying to sign players in sensitive areas and you're saying they are greedy, no they are not. Manchester City or should I say Pep is no longer comfortable with Ederson in front of goal and wants a chance that's why they are pushing hard to get Donnarumma from PSG before the window closes. Ortega is not even in City's plans and their new goalkeeper can't start handling first team matches yet that's why they are going for Donnarumma.

I won’t say adding Donnarumma to the city squad is Greed, for all we know Ederson is either leaving this summer or won’t be the first Choice for Manchester city this season. For sure trafford was bought this summer but with you can’t expect him to be in charge for the premier league, champions league and even the FA Cup for Manchester city, maybe that was the plan for him to be in charge but if there is an opportunity to sign a good and experience goal Kepler then why not.

We all know how competitive the league will be this season, with pep going trophyless last season I don’t think he would want to take chances again. He needs to win something this season and a good and experience goal keeper will be a good place to start.

[dezoel]

I also don't understand the greed by Manchester City... They've already signed James Trafford for 30m euros. They have a backup goalkeeper who is Ortega also.

Then why are they going for Donnarumma too?    I don't think Trafford would be happy about giving his starting eleven place to him.

I'd rather see Manchester United going for the Italian goalkeeper as they need the most now.

Greedy? What greedy are you referring to here, a team is trying to sign players in sensitive areas and you're saying they are greedy, no they are not. Manchester City or should I say Pep is no longer comfortable with Ederson in front of goal and wants a chance that's why they are pushing hard to get Donnarumma from PSG before the window closes. Ortega is not even in City's plans and their new goalkeeper can't start handling first team matches yet that's why they are going for Donnarumma.

I understand him, but he is just missing a point. They are letting Ortega go, that is already done, Ortega has been told to find a team already. They planned on having Trafford and Ederson at goal, changing based on the game, Trafford is younger, Ederson is older, and they hoped to have Trafford be great as much as he can with time. Like at least make it so that they can do better job, so that would be important thing for the future, growing their own talent for a while.

Donnaruma is a weird situation, that was something nobody expected, city couldn't have known that would happen, so they were caught off-guard like all of us and now they are realizing there is a chance they can get him, and that is definitely a huge plus.

[Jewan420]

I still don't know why people are already expecting too much from these teams already. They league just started and they have all played only one game in the league phase, remaining 37 matches which is still a long time from now. But the this, we are all doing prediction and these predictions are based on the level of signings the teams made during the transfer window.

It is too early to neglect any team or criticize any team. The season has just started and only 1 match has been played. It is not yet the right time to say how strong any team is and where they are. It is not even the right time to decide the top 5 teams. We are just rushing and criticizing the teams unnecessarily. Because the competitive game will be after 20 matches. Even if you win the first 20 matches, your title is not guaranteed. You have to maintain consistency towards the end and collect the necessary points.

[Nightwatchmare]

I was thinking Arsenal would outplay Manchester United and make the game difficult for Manchester United, but with the way Manchester United dominated Arsenal, i was so excited because Manchester United's display shows that there's an improvement in their performance this season. Manchester United pressed Arsenal so hard in the second half and tried to score a goal and earn a point, but Arsenal's defence and goalkeeper were so good that they stopped Manchester United from scoring a goal.

Arsenal secured 3 points from the match and that is enough. Arsenal could not dominate the match. However, we saw that Arsenal's defense was strong and the match strategy was also goodness . The decent match strategy helped Arsenal secure 3 points from the match. However, if Arsenal wants to do well in both the Premier League and Champions League, then their performance needs to improve. With such a performance , the team may be able to earn full points against teams like Manchester United, but if they want to win against teams like Manchester City and Liverpool, the attacking players will need to perform better.

Despite Manchester United's dominance in the match, Arsenal were the ones that scored a goal, and Arsenal defended the goal till the last minute of the match and took 3 points back to emirates stadium, which matters most in football. Arsenal beat Manchester United by luck. If Manchester United and Arsenal should play another match right now, there's no guarantee Arsenal will beat Manchester United. Arsenal need to improve their performance for all clubs if they want to compete in every competition.

[M47AK16]

Arsenal's corner kicks have always been a nightmare for Manchester United, and they conceded from them both last season and early this season. As for United, judging from this match, their next step will be to sharpen their attack and improve their shooting accuracy, as their finishing was deemed quite poor in that match.

In the next match, I want to see how their trident of Cunha, Mbeumo, and Sesko, combined, can be deadly if they start. As for Onana, it seems we've all lost faith in the Cameroonian goalkeeper. And when rumors of Gianluigi Donnarumma moving to Old Trafford surface, I sincerely hope they're not just rumors. He would be a fantastic addition to Manchester United's defense.

Yeah, City will get Donnaruma and I am not expecting United to get him. Even if they are willing pay it all, like whatever PSG wants and whatever Donnaruma wants then there won't be really that much of a great addition. There aren't really anything that can make this be a lot more possible for them, as long as City wants him, Donnaruma will prefer the team that is more successful of course. Right now, United sucks and that is why people are aware that they should not join them.

Plus, no player got better thanks to United neither, they just buy players and become more like a player cemetery so it's easier to just say no to them. Even if you go to Brentford or whatever, you have a chance to be better and you can get a lot better result and shouldn't be a problem.

[TelolettOm]

The Premier League continues to be filled with rumors and confirmed signings in this transfer window, with activity from various clubs remaining.

The latest update comes from Nottingham Forest, who have reached an agreement to sign Douglas Luiz. They have agreed to sign the Juventus central midfielder for a fee of €30 million.

So far, they have also successfully signed two AMFs from Manchester City and Ipswich Town, and now, again, Luiz holds the AMF position, or can also be a DMF.

Source: 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐄 𝐆𝐎! Nottingham Forest agree deal to sign Douglas Luiz

[Obari]

The Premier League continues to be filled with rumors and confirmed signings in this transfer window, with activity from various clubs remaining.

The latest update comes from Nottingham Forest, who have reached an agreement to sign Douglas Luiz. They have agreed to sign the Juventus central midfielder for a fee of €30 million.

So far, they have also successfully signed two AMFs from Manchester City and Ipswich Town, and now, again, Luiz holds the AMF position, or can also be a DMF.

Source: 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐄 𝐆𝐎! Nottingham Forest agree deal to sign Douglas Luiz

Football is the best when it comes to transfers. I've no hand in this coming up football transfer news, we know how alot of people will stay already and it doesn't affect two couples because they know themselves, agreed and move on. I'm surprised to see the wonderful touches from these teams and how they're able to bringing in top players. This is exactly how we watch the big players in the English Premier League, there are more trophies and winnings becomes very essential.

[Gost ms]

I was thinking Arsenal would outplay Manchester United and make the game difficult for Manchester United, but with the way Manchester United dominated Arsenal, i was so excited because Manchester United's display shows that there's an improvement in their performance this season. Manchester United pressed Arsenal so hard in the second half and tried to score a goal and earn a point, but Arsenal's defence and goalkeeper were so good that they stopped Manchester United from scoring a goal.

Arsenal secured 3 points from the match and that is enough. Arsenal could not dominate the match. However, we saw that Arsenal's defense was strong and the match strategy was also goodness . The decent match strategy helped Arsenal secure 3 points from the match. However, if Arsenal wants to do well in both the Premier League and Champions League, then their performance needs to improve. With such a performance , the team may be able to earn full points against teams like Manchester United, but if they want to win against teams like Manchester City and Liverpool, the attacking players will need to perform better.

Despite Manchester United's dominance in the match, Arsenal were the ones that scored a goal, and Arsenal defended the goal till the last minute of the match and took 3 points back to emirates stadium, which matters most in football. Arsenal beat Manchester United by luck. If Manchester United and Arsenal should play another match right now, there's no guarantee Arsenal will beat Manchester United. Arsenal need to improve their performance for all clubs if they want to compete in every competition.

We are never sure that any one team will win. You never know what will happen on the field. Anything can happen at any time. Arsenal is not a bad team. Arsenal is a very strong team. But yes, Manchester United is a very strong team. Manchester United has been doing very well for a few days now and they are in very good form. However, they lost this match. That is why it is said that you never know what will happen in the game. We are hopeful that Manchester United will do very well in the upcoming matches.

[TastyChillySauce00]

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As for Trafford, i know it sounds harsh for him to have Donnarumma come as a new goalie, but this is a part of process. He has to compete with Donnarumma for the first spot. I'm sure that competition will push him to break his limit. He's a good goalie, but bring a competition for him is a must.

Trafford started his career in Man City and is returning to the club from Burnley. He's a good future prospect but is only 22 years old, so might be a bit too young to be a main goalkeeper. They will probably put him on the bench as a back up but he will be getting a lot of chances in less important games etc.

I'd like to see Trafford to leave from City if he will be benched the whole time. I'm not sure he won't be happy if it's happening. City is just getting closer in getting Donnarumma and he must prepaer his bag to leave from club anytime.
Don't wanna see him who is still 22 years old wasted. Playing in other club, though lower tier than City is better.

[el kaka22]

The plan is that City was willing to get red Ederson and Ortega. They will replace them all with Trafford and Donnarumma.

As for Trafford, i know it sounds harsh for him to have Donnarumma come as a new goalie, but this is a part of process. He has to compete with Donnarumma for the first spot. I'm sure that competition will push him to break his limit. He's a good goalie, but bring a competition for him is a must.

While I do understand getting rid of Ortega and Ederson, it's really a shocking thing to pay nearly 100 million for two goalkeepers in a single season. I understand Donnaruma is a shocking development, like they did not expected him to be available and that is why they were planning to get Trafford to be the main goalkeeper and Ederson to be the backup and then send Ortega away which would be perfect for them.

However, now with this, they will pay 50 million for Donnaruma, and then they paid 40 million for Trafford, that is 90 million in a summer just for goalkeepers, don't think anyone ever did that before. I understand the need for one, but they did not need two and that is a lot more situation that they are going to regret getting both of them at the same time.

[Umulala-alala]

Greedy? What greedy are you referring to here, a team is trying to sign players in sensitive areas and you're saying they are greedy, no they are not. Manchester City or should I say Pep is no longer comfortable with Ederson in front of goal and wants a chance that's why they are pushing hard to get Donnarumma from PSG before the window closes. Ortega is not even in City's plans and their new goalkeeper can't start handling first team matches yet that's why they are going for Donnarumma.

I also think this is greed honestly. What did Manchester City sign Trafford for then? Didn't they aim to make him their main GK? 

Now they are going for Donnarumma as well. I also think Trafford won't be happy with this news.

He is a talented youngster you know. He needs to play regularly not to rot on the bench...

If you're in charge of Manchester City would you trust Trafford to be the number goalkeeper of your team when you're fully aware that his never been the first choice keeper of any top team? Right from when he was signed, I knew he was not going to be the first choice keeper and I wasn't also surprised that Manchester City started pushing for the signature of Donnarumma because I knew Trafford was never going to be the first goalkeeper at least not this season.

Pep know what is best for him Ederson is a good goalkeeper i don't know why pep what to replace him this reasons are best known to him he might have seen the future of man city in Donnarumma pep never like going unprepared Trafford could still be there but as a second choice goalkeeper or make them available during caraboa cup tournaments or FA cup.

[TastyChillySauce00]

The plan is that City was willing to get red Ederson and Ortega. They will replace them all with Trafford and Donnarumma.

As for Trafford, i know it sounds harsh for him to have Donnarumma come as a new goalie, but this is a part of process. He has to compete with Donnarumma for the first spot. I'm sure that competition will push him to break his limit. He's a good goalie, but bring a competition for him is a must.

While I do understand getting rid of Ortega and Ederson, it's really a shocking thing to pay nearly 100 million for two goalkeepers in a single season. I understand Donnaruma is a shocking development, like they did not expected him to be available and that is why they were planning to get Trafford to be the main goalkeeper and Ederson to be the backup and then send Ortega away which would be perfect for them.

However, now with this, they will pay 50 million for Donnaruma, and then they paid 40 million for Trafford, that is 90 million in a summer just for goalkeepers, don't think anyone ever did that before. I understand the need for one, but they did not need two and that is a lot more situation that they are going to regret getting both of them at the same time.

They will lose two goalie, not one. Edern will join Galatasaray while Ortega' future still remain uncertain. However, they're all not perform, so getting rid all of them are fine.

It's also crazy how they wasted 90m for two new goalie. Nevertheles, it's still understandable since Ederon and Ortega ain't perform anymore. So, they have to spent a lot in order to get ready play goalie for their squad.

[Jostern]

The Premier League continues to be filled with rumors and confirmed signings in this transfer window, with activity from various clubs remaining.

The latest update comes from Nottingham Forest, who have reached an agreement to sign Douglas Luiz. They have agreed to sign the Juventus central midfielder for a fee of €30 million.

So far, they have also successfully signed two AMFs from Manchester City and Ipswich Town, and now, again, Luiz holds the AMF position, or can also be a DMF.

Source: 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐄 𝐆𝐎! Nottingham Forest agree deal to sign Douglas Luiz

Football is the best when it comes to transfers. I've no hand in this coming up football transfer news, we know how alot of people will stay already and it doesn't affect two couples because they know themselves, agreed and move on. I'm surprised to see the wonderful touches from these teams and how they're able to bringing in top players. This is exactly how we watch the big players in the English Premier League, there are more trophies and winnings becomes very essential.

The reality is that Nottingham Forest looks like a very serious football club, when it comes to Transfer Window they are always outstanding, they knows how to sign players and sometimes I begin to imagine where are all the players they are signing going to play, for the past 3 transfer window since making their debut and coming to the premier league they’ve been signing players, most likely a full complete starting lineup every season and now I begin to imagine where they are getting all this money to sign players and PSR isn’t against them, then I’ve come to understand that Maniakis the chief Executive owner of Nothingham Forest is very ambitious and he is desperate to get into the Champions League spot that eluded him last season, Douglas Luiz is a very good midfielder back then in Aston Villa, I believe things didn’t work very well for him at Juventus, well goodluck to him at Nothingham Forest.

[Razmirraz]

I still don't know why people are already expecting too much from these teams already. They league just started and they have all played only one game in the league phase, remaining 37 matches which is still a long time from now. But the this, we are all doing prediction and these predictions are based on the level of signings the teams made during the transfer window.

It is too early to neglect any team or criticize any team. The season has just started and only 1 match has been played. It is not yet the right time to say how strong any team is and where they are. It is not even the right time to decide the top 5 teams. We are just rushing and criticizing the teams unnecessarily. Because the competitive game will be after 20 matches. Even if you win the first 20 matches, your title is not guaranteed. You have to maintain consistency towards the end and collect the necessary points.

At least the shadows are already visible even though the League has only just started its first game. As seen in previous seasons, the top teams will always dominate the top four positions and this season is certain to be much more competitive than last season. Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City will be strong contenders in the title race, Chelsea might be in the running if Enzo Maresca can improve the quality of his team.

The dark horse team will also increase competition in the European zone, almost every EPL season always presents a dark horse team that can disrupt the dominance of elite teams in the European zone. It's not yet clear who will win the title this season, but the season will be exciting, as I believe the top four teams will be separated by a narrow points difference.

[Pandu Geddon]

The reality is that Nottingham Forest looks like a very serious football club, when it comes to Transfer Window they are always outstanding, they knows how to sign players and sometimes I begin to imagine where are all the players they are signing going to play, for the past 3 transfer window since making their debut and coming to the premier league they’ve been signing players, most likely a full complete starting lineup every season and now I begin to imagine where they are getting all this money to sign players and PSR isn’t against them, then I’ve come to understand that Maniakis the chief Executive owner of Nothingham Forest is very ambitious and he is desperate to get into the Champions League spot that eluded him last season, Douglas Luiz is a very good midfielder back then in Aston Villa, I believe things didn’t work very well for him at Juventus, well goodluck to him at Nothingham Forest.

Nottingham's performance last season was not bad. Even from the start of the season until midway through, we could see how they could compete at the top of the Premier League table. However, they faced issues approaching the end of the season that caused them to be pushed down by other teams.
They certainly do not want to repeat the problems that occurred last season. Now they are starting the season with a nice win. Hopefully, they can remain consistent and perform well in the next matches.

[Barikui1]

Greedy? What greedy are you referring to here, a team is trying to sign players in sensitive areas and you're saying they are greedy, no they are not. Manchester City or should I say Pep is no longer comfortable with Ederson in front of goal and wants a chance that's why they are pushing hard to get Donnarumma from PSG before the window closes. Ortega is not even in City's plans and their new goalkeeper can't start handling first team matches yet that's why they are going for Donnarumma.

I also think this is greed honestly. What did Manchester City sign Trafford for then? Didn't they aim to make him their main GK? 

Now they are going for Donnarumma as well. I also think Trafford won't be happy with this news.

He is a talented youngster you know. He needs to play regularly not to rot on the bench...

If you're in charge of Manchester City would you trust Trafford to be the number goalkeeper of your team when you're fully aware that his never been the first choice keeper of any top team? Right from when he was signed, I knew he was not going to be the first choice keeper and I wasn't also surprised that Manchester City started pushing for the signature of Donnarumma because I knew Trafford was never going to be the first goalkeeper at least not this season.

Pep know what is best for him Ederson is a good goalkeeper i don't know why pep what to replace him this reasons are best known to him he might have seen the future of man city in Donnarumma pep never like going unprepared Trafford could still be there but as a second choice goalkeeper or make them available during caraboa cup tournaments or FA cup.

So you don't know why pep guardiola want to replace him? Let me update you, ederson wanted to move to Saudi Arabia last season because he was entice by the Saudi big money, but pep guardiola block the move and made him stay back just like the way he did to Kevin de bruyne, but that decision doesn't seat well will ederson, so he wasn't that committed in front of goal throughout the season which pep guardiola got a noticed of, so he has already been told to move away from the club since his heart is no longer with the club, where the challenge is, is that the big offer from Saudi Arabia is no longer there, it's only Galatasaray that are eying his signature if am not mistaken, so it's a valid reason to me why pep guardiola is letting him go, you don't keep an unhappy player at the club, that's one thing most clubs shouldn't joke with.

[Luzin]

The EPL website displays the results of the vote for the best player in the first week. The result is that Richarlison is the best player with 27%. Perhaps this vote is not entirely accurate because it is possible that the votes were not evenly distributed and were not objective. But what do you think? Of all the players, they were indeed key players in the first match with the team.

Source: https://www.premierleague.com/en/news/4380618/vote-who-was-the-best-player-of-matchweek-1

[Helena Yu]

The EPL website displays the results of the vote for the best player in the first week. The result is that Richarlison is the best player with 27%. Perhaps this vote is not entirely accurate because it is possible that the votes were not evenly distributed and were not objective. But what do you think? Of all the players, they were indeed key players in the first match with the team.

I agree with the votes.

Richarlison was the key player, very popular because people mock him, and two goals he scored are sensational.

Other players not having three thing I mentioned above.

But, I like how people are voting for Ballard, he indeed man of the match against West Ham and contributed very well, even he's not popular, people votes fairly.

[Princess Leah]

If you're in charge of Manchester City would you trust Trafford to be the number goalkeeper of your team when you're fully aware that his never been the first choice keeper of any top team? Right from when he was signed, I knew he was not going to be the first choice keeper and I wasn't also surprised that Manchester City started pushing for the signature of Donnarumma because I knew Trafford was never going to be the first goalkeeper at least not this season.

Pep know what is best for him Ederson is a good goalkeeper i don't know why pep what to replace him this reasons are best known to him he might have seen the future of man city in Donnarumma pep never like going unprepared Trafford could still be there but as a second choice goalkeeper or make them available during caraboa cup tournaments or FA cup.

So you don't know why pep guardiola want to replace him? Let me update you, ederson wanted to move to Saudi Arabia last season because he was entice by the Saudi big money, but pep guardiola block the move and made him stay back just like the way he did to Kevin de bruyne, but that decision doesn't seat well will ederson, so he wasn't that committed in front of goal throughout the season which pep guardiola got a noticed of, so he has already been told to move away from the club since his heart is no longer with the club, where the challenge is, is that the big offer from Saudi Arabia is no longer there, it's only Galatasaray that are eying his signature if am not mistaken, so it's a valid reason to me why pep guardiola is letting him go, you don't keep an unhappy player at the club, that's one thing most clubs shouldn't joke with.

When a player is no longer committed to a club, the best thing to do is to allow him leave, else it would affect the clubs performance, his individual performance could ruin games for them and with Ederson playing in a strategic position it's best to replace him now that a better option is available and even cheaper, Pep made the right decision of that may be the case, it's better to let Ederson leave than trying to force him to stay.

 That's one mistake Newcastle is making with Isak, if they had initially allowed him knave it won't had cause a scandal in the team currently, moreover they'll receive a huge offer for Isak so I wonder why they're still allowing it cause an issue for them. Anyways it seen Galatasaray are really pushing hard to sign Ederson which means Donnarumma would be City's player soon.