By TheNewspad team
The Premier League is back again, unarguably the most followed league in the world, and the anticipation is high. This summer’s Premier League transfer window shattered records, with clubs pumping in unprecedented fees to reinforce their squads, bringing in talents to redefine their season with blockbuster signings like Liverpool’s Florian Wirtz.
These new arrivals come burdened by price tags and expectations. In this article, Newspad gathers what the experts are saying about some of the exciting signings as the season begins, while profiling each with age, position, former club, previous-season stats, and investment value.
The experts’ opinions help to analyse how they fit tactically into their new teams and flag any injury concerns that might hinder early momentum.
1. Florian Wirtz – Liverpool
Position: Attacking Midfielder
Age: 22 | From: Bayer Leverkusen | Fee: ~£100m (up to £116.5m according to The Athletic)
2024–25 Stats: Directly involved in over 120 goals with Leverkusen
Tactical Fit: Creative hub in Liverpool’s attack, set to inject flair and incisiveness.
Injury Concerns: None reported, looks match-fit.
What the experts are saying:
Michael Owen on PL TV: “Liverpool will probably score more goals than any other team in the league and this lad looks like he’s the real deal.
He is going to be playing in a position where he is going to be heavily involved in the attacking style of football and I think he could be a very exciting addition to the Premier League.
“I think he’ll be top of the assists and I think he has got loads of ability – he plays in a position where he is going to be involved in so much of the good stuff that Liverpool do.
“I think if he adapts to the Premier League, then he could be absolutely anything and one of the stars of the show.”
Ane Slot, Liverpool Coach: “Why are Messi, Ronaldo and Mo so highly regarded? Because they are always fit.
Every single game they are fit and that is something that Florian first has to show in a league like ours. If he is able to stay fit then our fans will see great moments.”
Alan Sherwood on PL TV: “He is a great talent playing in a team with the most firepower.”
2. Viktor Gyökeres – Arsenal
Position: Striker
Age: 27 | From: Sporting CP | Fee: ~£63.5m (Fabrizio Romano)
Stats: Scored an astonishing 97 goals in 102 matches.
Tactical Fit: Proven finisher to lead the Gunners’ line, physical and agile presence.
Injury Concerns: None
What the experts are saying:
Darren Bent on PL TV: “Arsenal create so many chances, they just needed someone to finish them off. I think he’s perfect for that.”
Ian Wright on ESPN: “I think if he scores 10 to 15 goals in the Premier League with another five or six pitching in obviously.
It’s a different time, I don’t want to put him under pressure. I think if he can get 15 and go from there that would be magnificent because we have to get the other guys going as well.
“I will take 15 in the Premier League. We were 17 goals behind them (Liverpool) last season, if we can get someone to bring another 15…”
Wolves Manager Vítor Pereira: “He has unique characteristics. He’s an ‘animal’ who systematically attacks space.
Of course, he will come to a more difficult league… Here, the league is much more physical, much more technical, and of higher quality than the Portuguese league, I have no doubt.”
3. João Pedro – Chelsea
Position: Striker
Age: 23 | From: Brighton | Fee: ~£60m (SportyTrader)
Stats: 30 goals and 10 assists over two seasons.
Tactical Fit: Adds versatility and frontline depth for Chelsea’s retooled attack.
What the experts are saying:
William Hill (Odds Market Reaction): “Chelsea fans will be expecting big things from their new striker next season, and we make him 8/13 to score more than any other Brazilian in the Premier League. Twenty goals is the aim for most strikers and we make him 4/1 to reach that target in the league.”
Adesina David via Nigeria Info: “We have seen his quality at the just concluded Club World Cup and friendly games.
Five goals in five games is an impressive stat. He is not new to the Premier League. With the quality he has surrounding him at Chelsea, he is easily hitting the 20-goal mark.”
4. Bryan Mbeumo – Manchester United
Position: Winger / Forward
Age: 26 | From: Brentford | Fee: ~£65m + £6m add-ons (The Times)
Stats: 20 goals in 2024–25 Premier League season
Tactical Fit: Swift, clinical attacker to support a resurgent attack.
Ben Thornley via MUTV: “With a player who is almost unplayable on his day… The pace, the power, the finishing prowess… Another thing Bryan Mbeumo does have is two wonderful feet.”
Gary Neville (Manchester United Legend) via MUTV: “What Mbeumo did last season is special, I think he’s fantastic and someone United needs. I’ve gone for him on numbers.”
5. Tijjani Reijnders – Manchester City
Position: Midfielder
Age: — | From: AC Milan | Fee: ~£46.3m (Sportsadda)
Stats: Serie A Midfielder of the Season, combat, creativity, vision.
Tactical Fit: Excellent Ergänzung to City’s midfield, seamless plug-and-play under Guardiola.
Hugo Viana, City’s Director of Football: “Tijjani adds extra energy, composure and creativity to our midfield.”
Richard Dunne (City Legend) via Sports Mole: “They probably lacked a bit of legs in central midfield last year. He certainly looks like that type of player, I think he will definitely add to them.”
Edmund David via Rhythm FM Sports: “He brings composure on the ball, technical passing, and much-needed dynamism off the ball, traits that address deficiencies City suffered in the previous season.
A technical, creative player who can play the key pass and scores goals… passionate… love his football… great drive to go forward with the ball.”
6. Noni Madueke – Arsenal
Position: Winger
Age: — | From: Chelsea | Fee: ~£48–52m (The Times, Eurosport Polska)
Stats: Known for pace and directness.
Tactical Fit: Adds width, dribble, and flair to Arsenal’s attacking unit.
Ray Parlour on AFTV: “He’s a good young player. Saka was out for a long time last year and it really affected them. I think Arsenal have got a decent signing there.”
Paul Merson via Sky Sports: “I am flabbergasted by Arsenal signing Noni Madueke. Are there concerns about the future of Saka?
Are they getting this deal done and then all of a sudden it allows a potential sale of Saka or someone else? It’s a lot of money for a player who is not a prolific goalscorer.
He’s the sort of player that has a good game here and a good game there… the consistency of performance isn’t there.”
Nick Wright via Sky Sports Analysis: “For many, the frustration stems from Arsenal shopping at Chelsea again…
The £52m fee… feels hefty, particularly for a player who primarily plays in the same position as Bukayo Saka. A lack of end product has been a source of frustration.
He started last season with a hat-trick… but went on to score only seven times and provide only three assists in 32 Premier League appearances.
Madueke ranked among the Premier League’s top 15 players for non-penalty expected goals and expected assists combined per 90 minutes last season.
He is a quick and effective ball-carrier whose directness would give Arsenal another weapon on transitions and when breaking down compact defences.”
7. Benjamin Šeško – Manchester United
Position: Striker
Age: 22 | From: RB Leipzig | Fee: ~€76.5m + €8.5m bonuses (Reuters)
Stats: 39 goals in 87 appearances, strong efficiency.
Tactical Fit: Aerial threat and physical focal point, ideal counterpoint to Cunha.
Rubén Amorim (Manchester United Manager) via MUFC Website: “He has the characteristics that we needed.
He’s good in the air, he’s good at running the channels, good on the ball. I think he has great potential… He has the right character to be in this group, so I’m really happy to have him.”
Andy Townsend via talkSPORT: “He may not become a prolific goal-scorer in the Premier League… [he has a] lack of hold-up play, an important attribute for leading the line.”
Others to Watch
Estevao & Liam Delap – Chelsea: Club plans for long-term offensive depth (Sporting Life, onthegoal.com.ng)
Mohammed Kudus (Midfielder, ~£55m): A prolific dribbler adding creative dynamism to Spurs’ forward line.
Sunderland: A revival theme as they’ve acquired talents like Granit Xhaka, Habib Diarra, Simon Adingra, and Arthur Masuaku, a mix of experience and potential.
Jack Grealish (Loan from Man City): A creative veteran hoping for a career revival under Moyes.
Rayan Aït-Nouri – Manchester City: Rotation left-back option £31–36m (Football365, Wikipedia).
Anthony Elanga – Newcastle: Wing boost for Magpies, youth upside.
Yasin Özçan – Aston Villa: Modest fee, future defender, according to (onthegoal.com.ng)
