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Arsenal open the new Premier League season with a tough trip to Manchester United, a match that will immediately test their title ambitions. Meanwhile, defending champions Liverpool begin their campaign at home to Bournemouth on Friday. Newcastle, without unsettled star striker Alexander Isak, face a tricky visit to Aston Villa. Trendingblog247 Sports looks at the key talking points ahead of the first weekend of the 2025/2026 season:
Debut spotlight: Sesko vs Gyokeres Manchester United’s Benjamin Sesko and Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres are set for their Premier League debuts at Old Trafford, in a clash that could have played out very differently. Arsenal had chased Sesko for over a year before choosing Gyokeres for £66 million, aiming to end their 21-year wait for the title. Gyokeres arrives after a stunning record of 97 goals in 102 games for Sporting Lisbon under current United boss Ruben Amorim. United, coming off their worst season since 1974, have rebuilt their attack with Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha for over £200 million. Both sides need a quick start, and the battle between the two new strikers could define Sunday’s outcome.
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Liverpool’s bold rebuild Fresh from winning the title, Liverpool have spent £260 million on Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez, with more signings possible. Key players including Trent Alexander-Arnold, Luis Diaz, and Darwin Nunez have departed, while the squad is still mourning the tragic loss of Diogo Jota. Pre-season has exposed defensive gaps, but manager Arne Slot insists his side is ready to defend the league for the first time since 1984.
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Villa and Newcastle aim to disrupt While the traditional “big six” have splashed out this summer, Aston Villa and Newcastle have had to work within financial limits. Villa’s only major signing is Evann Guessand from Nice. Newcastle are dealing with Isak’s transfer push and failed moves for several targets. Still, both clubs have a record of outperforming bigger rivals and will be pushing for Champions League spots again.
Villa and Newcastle aim to disrupt While the traditional “big six” have splashed out this summer, Aston Villa and Newcastle have had to work within financial limits. Villa’s only major signing is Evann Guessand from Nice. Newcastle are dealing with Isak’s transfer push and failed moves for several targets. Still, both clubs have a record of outperforming bigger rivals and will be pushing for Champions League spots again.
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