king pete

Best defense in the league the last couple seasons, with Christian Masquera joining, they've strengthened. The middle of midfield looks strong, Zubimendi and Norgaard joining Rice. Going forward, Saka, Odegaard and Martinelli. That's decent, but then they've got Nwaneri, who looked a handful last season. Madueke is a good signing. Merino, Havertz, and Trossard all provide decent options. The most important business they have done this summer is signing striker Gyokeres. Some unsure how he will do, whether he's the striker they've desperately needed the last few seasons. I think he is. He will put away the chances they create, and will be the final piece in the jigsaw for Arteta. Liverpool got the job done for me last season but I think they showed signs that they might not be good enough this time around. They will have a lot more expectation and although they've made a couple of good signings, they need more. It'll be interesting to see who else can get involved. Chelsea could be good but might struggle to challenge with European distractions. Manu are making good signings and will be a big improvements with no European games. Top 6 possibly, maybe more with good start.

They've lost their manager. Their captain, Norgaard, has gone. One of their main goal threats, Mbuemo, has gone, and if Wissa does leave, they will struggle. They've lost a lot of goals and assists already, and although they've been a steady, comfortable club in the league since coming up, the loss of Thomas Frank is a big blow. I can't see the arrival of Jordan Henderson being enough to save them.