Premier League Top Clubs Early Season Issues and Learnings
premier league August 19, 2025 11:42Analysis of early issues for top Premier League clubs after the first matchday, including Arsenal's pressing problems and Chelsea's lineup adjustments.
Analysis of early issues for top Premier League clubs after the first matchday, including Arsenal's pressing problems and Chelsea's lineup adjustments.
Galatasaray are in talks with Manchester City for a potential transfer of Manuel Akanji, while also eyeing Ederson. City may consider letting Akanji go if their valuation is met.
Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero commits to a new long-term contract until 2029, appointed as the club's new captain following Son Heung-Min's departure to LAFC.
On The Football Reporters podcast, James Olley, Mark Ogden, and Rob Dawson analyze Manchester United's goalkeeper problems, Viktor Gyökeres' debut, and Alexander Isak's transfer saga.
Manchester United consider Antwerp's Lammens, Inter Milan eyes Onana reunion, Napoli looks at Zirkzee. Get the latest transfer rumors and gossip.
Manchester United stands firm on their £50 million valuation for Alejandro Garnacho as Chelsea eyes the Argentine forward. Tottenham Hotspur also in talks for Crystal Palace's Eze. Get the latest transfer gossip.
The Isak, Højlund, Guéhi sagas highlight the complex nature of loyalty in football, where players and clubs face conflicting interests in the business of the sport.
Barcelona's dominant win over Mallorca and Bayern Munich's Supercup victory highlight the opening weekend of the 2025-26 European club soccer season.
Liverpool forward Ben Doak is on the verge of signing for Bournemouth in a £20 million deal, with additional add-ons. The 19-year-old, who joined Liverpool from Celtic, is expected to complete the move soon.
Fans showcased impressive tifos in the Premier League's opening weekend, including tributes, motivational messages, and cultural references.
Nottingham Forest continues its spending spree with the acquisition of striker Arnaud Kalimuendo for £25m, bringing their total spending close to £100m in just three days.
A detailed analysis of Eberechi Eze's disallowed goal for Crystal Palace and Marcos Senesi's potential red card incident against Liverpool under VAR scrutiny.
Liverpool, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur target Brentford defender Nathan Collins as Chelsea's bid for Inter Milan's Alessandro Bastoni is rejected. Stay updated with the latest transfer news.
AC Milan expresses interest in signing Rasmus Højlund after being dropped from Manchester United's squad against Arsenal. United wants £30m for the forward amidst transfer speculations.
Arsenal triumphs in a 1-0 win against Manchester United at Old Trafford, highlighting squad depth and goalkeeping errors. Key moments and player performances analyzed.
Oliver Glasner cautions Crystal Palace supporters not to believe all transfer rumors amid talks of Marc Guéhi and Eberechi Eze leaving the club. Eze impresses in a match against Chelsea.
Rasmus Højlund has been left out of Manchester United's matchday squad for their Premier League opener against Arsenal. His future at Old Trafford is uncertain following the arrival of Benjamin Sesko.
Get ready for the new Premier League season as Chelsea face Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest play Brentford. Follow the latest updates and transfer news as the top English clubs kick off the season.
RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons expresses desire for a transfer to Chelsea despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City, sources confirm. Chelsea set to make a €60m offer.
Manchester United is considering bringing back goalkeeper David de Gea, while rumors swirl around Real Madrid winger Rodrygo's potential move to Manchester City.
Pep Guardiola expresses the need to reduce Manchester City's squad size for a healthier team environment after a 4-0 win over Wolves in the Premier League opener.
Manchester City midfielder James McAtee joins Nottingham Forest in a deal worth up to £30 million with a sell-on clause and buy-back option included. McAtee, 22, aims for regular first-team football after leaving City.
Newcastle United's Eddie Howe expresses desire for a swift resolution in Alexander Isak's future amid transfer rumors to Liverpool after being left out of the team's Premier League opener.
Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze eyes Tottenham, while Man City considers Gianluigi Donnarumma as Ederson's replacement amid transfer rumors. Get the latest updates here.
Manchester City considers signing Gianluigi Donnarumma from PSG if Ederson moves to Galatasaray. Get the latest transfer rumors and news from around the globe.
Liverpool's head coach, Arne Slot, anticipates forward Federico Chiesa remaining at Anfield following his decisive goal against Bournemouth. Chiesa's future has been uncertain amid transfer rumors.
Liverpool secures a 4-2 victory against Bournemouth in an emotionally charged Premier League match honoring the late Diogo Jota, with late goals from Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah.
Liverpool defeats Bournemouth 4-2 in a dramatic Premier League opener at Anfield, marked by emotional tributes and a late victory sealed by Mohamed Salah and Federico Chiesa.
Follow live updates as Liverpool face Bournemouth in the 2025-26 Premier League season opener. Can Salah & Co. defend their title against a strong Bournemouth squad?
Liverpool has secured the £26 million signing of 18-year-old center-back Giovanni Leoni from Serie A, aiming to enhance their defensive line. Learn how Leoni plays and fits in with the Reds' strategy.