The Premier League clubs are currently busy playing their pre-season friendlies, with their new signings taking center stage. Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool have been playing in different countries, while Tottenham and Manchester City are in Australia and Japan, respectively. So far, the new signings have produced mixed performances, with some impressing and others yet to find their footing.
Manchester United has played two games, winning both while keeping clean sheets. New signing Mason Mount has shown glimpses of his qualities, impressing manager Erik ten Hag with his complete midfield game. Arsenal, on the other hand, has spent more time in the US and already played a friendly, defeating the MLS All-Stars in a 5-0 victory. New signings Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber made their unofficial debuts, while Kai Havertz impressed with his midfield play and scored a goal.
Liverpool is looking to strengthen its squad with the arrival of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai. The two midfielders have already shown their potential in the Reds’ recent 4-2 victory over Karlsruher. Diogo Jota scored twice in the match, while Trent Alexander-Arnold lined up in midfield alongside Szoboszlai. Chelsea’s new signing Christopher Nkunku scored in their 5-0 win over Wrexham, while Mauricio Pochettino hinted that the Blues need more strikers.
Tottenham played their first pre-season match under new manager Ange Postecoglou, losing 3-2 to West Ham in Perth. James Maddison and Manor Solomon made their Spurs debut, while Giovani Lo Celso and Destiny Udogie scored their goals. Meanwhile, Manchester City is yet to play a friendly but is set to tour Asia and play Yokohama F Marinos and Bayern Munich.
In conclusion, pre-season friendlies are an opportunity for Premier League clubs to test their squads and new signings. While some have impressed, others have yet to find their footing. Fans will be eagerly watching as the teams prepare for the upcoming season.
by: Davismbugi