Premier League action is on hold for the summer with just over one month to go until the new season starts. Although fixtures are on pause for now, there is still plenty of footballing news to indulge in over the break. Teams have been busy battling out for the signatures of some of the most sought after talents in Europe. Elsewhere, Chelsea and Manchester City have been occupied with the Club World Cup, competing against some of the best sides on the planet. In this blog, we talk you through all of the transfer news and Club World Cup action as we look ahead to the new season.
Tottenham Hotspur
There has been plenty of activity from Premier League clubs in the transfer window this summer and it’s not just players on the go either. After the departure of Ange Postecoglou from Tottenham, Thomas Frank has made the move from West London to North London in the hope of carrying on Spurs’ European success from last season.
The Lilywhites have been active in the transfer market as well with the permanent signings of Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel, while also signing Croatian youngster Luka Vušković. With a Europa League Trophy in their cabinet, they will have to prepare for a tough Champions League campaign in the hope of kicking on for more success in 2026.
Arsenal
Their North London neighbours, Arsenal have been particularly quiet in the window so far. Mikel Arteta’s side finished second last year, however, their lack of a striker has been a prominent issue that proved to be a hindrance in the quest for their first Premier League title since 2004. A number of players are thought to be on Arteta’s radar including Viktor Gyökeres and Alexander Isak, however, it remains to be seen whether the Frenchman can acquire either of the European talents.
Liverpool
Arne Slot’s first season at Liverpool certainly surpassed expectations as the Reds marched to the Premier League Trophy. Nobody had Liverpool down for the title with many thinking it would be between Manchester City and Arsenal, however, Mohamed Salah’s incredible form helped them to their second ever Premier League trophy.
In order to build on their success from last season, they have already been very busy in the transfer window signing big names from around Europe including Jeremie Frimpong, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez spending over £200 million. Rumours are also suggesting that they are in the race for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, however, whether they can get their hands on the high-flying Swede remains to be seen.
Manchester United
Aside from the signing of Matheus Cunha, Manchester United are another team who have had a quiet window so far. The Red Devils had a very disappointing campaign last year, losing the Europa League Final to Spurs and finishing 15th in the league. Ruben Amorim will certainly need to add more firepower if he is to improve his side next season, as they look to return to European Football, having suffered their worst league campaign since 1974.
Manchester City
By Manchester City’s standards it was a mediocre season as they saw an end to their dominance at the top of the table. Pep Guardiola’s side were not as good as they have been in recent years as they finished in 3rd place, 13 points behind the Champions. After the departure of club legend, Kevin De Bruyne, City have been getting down to business in the window signing Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki, Rayan Ait Nouri and Marcus Bettinelli in the hope it propels them back to a season of silverware.
Their Club World Cup campaign has also left fans disappointed having been beaten by Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal in the Round of 16. They will certainly have to improve come August if they want to be back at their very best.
Chelsea
Chelsea finished 4th last season and added a Conference League Trophy to go with it, as they found themselves back in the Champions League places for the first time since 2022. It was a turbulent campaign for Enzo Maresca’s side, at one point they were amongst the title challengers whilst also threatening to slip out of the European spots at others. The Blues are also keen to stay busy in the transfer market having already signed Liam Delap from Ipswich and a deal almost done for Brighton’s João Pedro. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea can kick on and challenge for the title in what could prove to be a very exciting 2025/26 season.
Chelsea will face Palmeiras in the Quarter-Final of the Club World Cup on Saturday as they look to cement their position as one of the best teams in the world, having had a successful tournament so far.
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