Premier League Summer Transfers: Winners and Losers

7 months ago

With the summer transfer window now firmly shut, Premier League clubs have finished their business for the 2023 season. Fans eagerly awaited to see who their teams would bring in and who might be heading out. Let's take a closer look at how each club fared during the summer transfer window, from Arsenal to Brighton, assessing their major deals, the ins and outs, and whether they have bolstered their squads effectively.

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Arsenal: Enhancing Depth and Variety

Arsenal experienced a dip in performance last season, with injuries and tactical predictability plaguing their campaign. Manager Mikel Arteta knew he needed to bring in players to add variety and depth to his squad. The addition of Kai Havertz, despite initial struggles, provides tactical flexibility. Declan Rice's versatility in midfield further strengthens their options. Fabio Vieira's impact off the bench against Manchester United showcased improved squad depth.

Aston Villa: Reinforcing Squad Depth

Aston Villa recognized the need for depth, especially with European football on the horizon. The arrivals of Moussa Diaby, Youri Tielemans, and Pau Torres have bolstered the squad. Moussa Diaby's speed and ability to spark counter-attacks make him a valuable addition. Clement Lenglet's presence offers defensive options following Tyrone Mings's injury. However, the lack of backup for Ollie Watkins is a minor concern.

AFC Bournemouth: Strengthening the Midfield

Bournemouth focused on bolstering the defensive and midfield areas of their squad. Tyler Adams and Alex Scott are forward-thinking central midfielders, ideal for their pressing style. Max Aarons and Milos Kerkez provide talent at full-back. However, the club might need more depth in the final third to ease the burden on Dominic Solanke, who currently shoulders most of the goal-scoring responsibility.

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Brentford: Maintaining Continuity

Brentford's successful start to the season is attributed to squad continuity, as they didn't make significant changes during the summer. Some key signings included Nathan Collins, Mark Flekken, and Neal Maupay. The club, however, didn't replace Ivan Toney or add pace to the final third. The pursuit of Brennan Johnson indicates recognition of the need for more speed in counter-attacks.

Brighton & Hove Albion: Clever Business

Brighton faced the challenge of losing key players, including Alexis Mac Allister, Robert Sanchez, and Moises Caicedo. However, their summer transfer business was impressive. Joao Pedro adds dynamism in the number ten role. James Milner brings experience and versatility. Bart Verbruggen looks promising as a goalkeeper, and Carlos Baleba could be the next Moises Caicedo. The signing of Ansu Fati provides an exciting dimension to the attack.

Conclusion

Each Premier League club approached the summer transfer window with specific goals in mind. While some have bolstered their squads effectively, others may need to reassess their options in the January window. As the season unfolds, it will become clearer which clubs made the right moves and which ones might need to address remaining gaps in their squads.