In Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro, do Chelsea boast the Premier League’s best attacking unit? Blues legend Ruud Gullit has answered that question for GOAL. Following another summer of big spending at Stamford Bridge, and further change in the dugout, the west London heavyweights are certainly not short on fearsome firepower.
Alexander Isak has scored his first goal of the season for Liverpool, but Joe Hart believes his Anfield teammates still lack trust in the £125 million striker. Despite finding the net in a frustrating draw with Nottingham Forest, the Swedish international looked largely isolated in Andoni Iraola's system.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has dismissed any suggestion that his club shares a friendly relationship with Chelsea, despite a flurry of high-profile transfers between the two sides this summer. The Spaniard insisted that the competitive nature of the Premier League means both teams are effectively out to "kill" one another on and off the pitch.
Dietmar Hamann has told GOAL how Phil Foden can rediscover his spark at Manchester City following a “very draining” spell under Pep Guardiola. The England international is considered to be an “exceptional” player and is being backed to take his “big chance” under new boss Enzo Maresca - with a clean slate having been presented to the 26-year-old playmaker.
Leon Goretzka took plenty of time in his search for his next club and was already in danger of becoming one of the losers of the transfer summer. He has now chosen a club facing a Herculean task.
Gary Neville has made a bold prediction regarding the Premier League title race, insisting that Arsenal’s defensive superiority makes them the team to beat this season. Despite impressive victories for his former club Manchester United and a resurgent Chelsea side, the pundit believes Mikel Arteta has built a unit that is simply unmatched across the division.
Ruben Amorim is reportedly looking to raid his former employers as AC Milan consider a stunning late move for Manchester United defender Leny Yoro. The Rossoneri boss is said to be keen on a reunion with the young Frenchman, who has endured a testing start to life at Old Trafford since his big-money move from Lille.
Xabi Alonso has insisted he will do whatever it takes to win after Chelsea recorded their lowest-ever possession figures in a Premier League match during a chaotic victory over Brighton. Despite securing a perfect start to the campaign, the Blues’ reliance on counter-attacking efficiency over ball retention has raised eyebrows across the division.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confessed that both Enzo Fernandez and Pedro Neto could depart Stamford Bridge before Tuesday's transfer deadline. Fernandez was notably absent from the Blues' recent victory over Brighton as Manchester City prepare a mammoth British record bid for the Argentine midfielder.
Manchester United finally kickstarted their Premier League season with a dominant 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town, providing Michael Carrick with his first win as permanent head coach. However, the jubilant atmosphere at Old Trafford was not shared by everyone, as one key star admitted to being ‘angry’ with his individual contribution.
Barcelona are on the verge of completing a significant swoop for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus as Hansi Flick looks to bolster his attacking options at the Spotify Camp Nou. The Brazilian international is expected to travel to Spain shortly to finalise the details of a move that marks a major shift in the Gunners' forward line.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has been urged to immediately replace Luke Shaw following the defender's disastrous performance during Sunday's 5-2 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town. Despite the team bouncing back with a resounding win, the left-back's alarming defensive vulnerabilities have led to severe criticism, labelling him as a core part of their ongoing issues.
The former Real Salt Lake teenager got his first taste of Prem action, while Musah impressed in Milan’s midfield and Cardoso’s lack of minutes at Atletico Madrid raised fresh questions.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick hailed his team's stubbornness and togetherness after they recovered from an early setback to secure a resounding 5-2 Premier League victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. Driven by a brilliant Bruno Fernandes hat-trick, the squad showcased the exact winning mentality their head coach demanded following last week's defeat.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has found himself at the centre of a post-match storm following his provocative celebrations against former club Brighton & Hove Albion. The Brazilian played a starring role in the Blues' narrow 4-3 victory at Stamford Bridge but drew heavy criticism for his conduct in front of the travelling supporters.
Chelsea have reportedly reached a definitive agreement with Monaco to sign midfielder Lamine Camara in the final days of the transfer window. The arrival of the Senegalese international is expected to facilitate the high-profile departure of Enzo Fernandez, who is currently finalising a blockbuster move to Manchester City after falling out of favour with the Chelsea manager.
Everton have stepped up their pursuit of Folarin Balogun by launching a formal bid for the AS Monaco forward as the summer transfer window enters its final stages. The United States international is reportedly eager to complete a move to Goodison Park, with David Moyes identifying the striker as a priority target for his attacking reinforcements.
Rio Ferdinand has heaped massive praise on Lisandro Martinez following Manchester United's thrilling comeback victory against Ipswich on Sunday. The former defender believes the Argentine is currently unmatched across world football when it comes to his exceptional passing abilities and composure on the ball, despite a late error during the entertaining encounter at Old Trafford.
Ollie Watkins has officially brought his storied six-year spell at Aston Villa to an end after completing a permanent move to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The England international leaves the West Midlands as the club's record Premier League goalscorer in a deal worth a reported £51m, with Watkins taking the time to bid an emotional farewell to Villa fans in a heartfelt message.
Referee Michael Oliver and his officiating team were forced to abandon their radio communication headsets during the second half of the Premier League fixture between Chelsea and Brighton on Sunday. A technical issue with the noise cancellation system meant the officials had to resort to old-school methods for the final 45 minutes of the thrilling encounter at Stamford Bridge.
Harry Maguire was involved in a highly controversial incident during Manchester United's dominant Premier League victory on Sunday. The defender handled the ball before an eventual own goal, sparking widespread debate among fans and pundits. However, VAR reviewed the specific build-up and allowed the strike to stand due to a unique loophole in the current handball regulations.
Aston Villa are on the verge of completing a massive defensive reinforcement after reaching a verbal agreement to sign centre-back Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Championship side Southampton. The England international will arrive to bolster Unai Emery's backline as the club urgently looks to replace the recently departed Ezri Konsa for the new campaign.
Premier League legend Alan Shearer has identified Arsenal as the clear favorites to secure the top-flight crown this season following their impressive summer recruitment. Despite the Gunners' status as the "team to beat," the former Newcastle striker believes a resurgent Chelsea under Xabi Alonso will emerge as their most significant threat.
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