10 most anticipated new signings in the Premier League

(Dan Tri) - The 2025-26 Premier League season will begin in the early morning of August 16. English clubs have spent hundreds of millions of pounds to buy players to strengthen and compete in the new season.

The 2025-26 Premier League season is approaching, with English clubs spending hundreds of millions of pounds on players. Here are 10 new signings who are expected to make a big impact at their new clubs.

1. Florian Wirtz - Liverpool

Florian Wirtz (Photo: Getty).

Although Wirtz made his debut in the Community Shield on Sunday, the German midfielder's arrival at Liverpool has created a huge wave of excitement. Wirtz is expected to become a key player, leading the attack of the reigning Premier League champions.

In 63 Bundesliga games under Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen, Wirtz proved his class with 21 goals and 25 assists. He was not only the brightest star but also the conductor of one of the most effective attacks in Europe.

With a key playmaker role at Anfield, Wirtz is considered to have integrated perfectly into Liverpool's style of play. His creativity, tactical vision and finishing skills promise to bring explosive performances, stirring up the Premier League this season.

2. Viktor Gyokeres - Arsenal

Viktor Gyokeres (Photo: Getty).

Arsenal have finished runners-up in the Premier League three times in a row, showing a significant lack of quality in the title race. Specifically, they are 5, 2 and 10 points behind the champions, while scoring 6, 5 and 17 fewer goals in the last seasons.

Despite significant improvements last season, the Gunners still face a huge challenge in closing the gap on the title. However, hope is being raised with the addition of Viktor Gyokeres, a striker who scored 97 goals in 102 games for Sporting CP.

This is a move that many fans and experts following Arsenal under Mikel Arteta expected. The question of what the team would be like if they had a truly excellent striker seems to have been answered, opening a new promising chapter for the "Gunners".

3. Evann Guessand - Aston Villa

Evann Guessand (Photo: Getty).

Aston Villa’s seemingly bleak transfer market is heating up as the new season approaches. In early August, Aston Villa completed the signing of Evann Guessand from Nice, after the Ivorian striker made his mark with 12 goals and nine assists in Ligue 1 last season.

TNT Sports journalist Tanguy Mantovani (based in France) praised the Aston Villa new signing. "He is quite versatile. Guessand mainly plays as a number 9 but can also play as a winger. Last season, Guessand often appeared on the right wing and scored most of his goals from this position. He also often played on the left wing for the Ivory Coast team," Mantovani commented.

Mantovani continued: "Physically, Guessand has many qualities. He is both quick and strong, has good individual technique and loves to dribble. Last season, Guessand played in a team with a high-intensity pressing style, so he learned to become the team's 'number one defender' and can fully rely on this ability."

The addition of Guessand to an attack that already includes Ollie Watkins, Leon Bailey, Morgan Rogers and many other names promises to create a formidable attacking force for Aston Villa.

4. Maxim De Cuyper – Brighton

Maxim De Cuyper (Photo: Getty).

Four years ago, Brighton made a splash by signing 23-year-old Marc Cucurella from Getafe. Just a year later, they tripled their investment by selling him to Chelsea, a testament to the south coast club’s ability to spot and develop players.

Brighton followed a similar formula this summer, signing Maxim De Cuyper from Club Brugge. De Cuyper was a year older than Cucurella at the time of his transfer and was bought for a slightly higher price than his predecessor.

De Cuyper’s credentials are strikingly similar to Cucurella’s: a dynamic, defensively capable full-back who is most effective when pushed higher up the pitch. This versatility promises to provide Brighton with plenty of tactical options.

5. Estevao - Chelsea

Estevao (Photo: Getty).

In the context of Chelsea being actively searching for bright young talents, the name Estevao, 18 years old, is attracting all the attention, surpassing familiar faces such as Joao Pedro, Liam Delap or Jamie Gittens.

Estevao is a Brazilian sensation who has broken a number of goalscoring and assist records for a teenager in his home country, previously held by superstar Neymar. This shows the youngster's incredible potential.

Despite receiving several loan offers, Chelsea have decided to keep Estevao in the first team, a move that shows the club's great faith in his ability to contribute early on. This is a clear sign that Estevao is not only a promising talent but is expected to make an immediate impact.

Estevao's impressive performances in pre-season friendlies, especially against Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan, have excited Chelsea fans. His arrival promises to bring a breath of fresh air to the Blues squad in the near future.

6. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall - Everton

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (Photo: Getty).

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, a promising new signing, has officially left Chelsea after just one short season. However, this midfielder still managed to add to his trophy collection with the UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup.

Many Chelsea fans might compare Dewsbury-Hall to Danny Drinkwater. However, in a club with many established stars, Dewsbury-Hall's decision to leave was a wise one. His aim is to become a key No. 8 or No. 10 midfielder for teams one or two levels below Chelsea.

Everton have emerged as a potential destination for the 26-year-old. The Merseyside club are looking to strengthen their midfield, and Dewsbury-Hall could not only get regular playing time but also become a key player for the Toffees.

It's worth remembering that just a year ago, Dewsbury-Hall played a key role in Leicester City's promotion campaign. His top form has yet to be fully demonstrated in the Premier League, and this could be his chance to prove his worth.

7. Rayan Cherki – Man City

Rayan Cherki plays for Man City (Photo: Getty).

TNT Sports football expert Julien Laurens has heaped praise on Rayan Cherki, calling him "one of the best technicians in Europe today" and highlighting his ability to use both feet skillfully.

Cherki's explosive performances, with his "absurd" handling on the pitch, are creating a wave of excitement. However, experts are also raising questions about his future, reminiscent of the case of Jack Grealish when he moved to Man City. Grealish received great expectations, but ultimately failed to show the expected performance. Can Cherki avoid this mistake and fulfill his potential? Time will tell.

8. Anthony Elanga - Newcastle

Anthony Elanga (Photo: Getty).

The summer transfer season is ending with many disappointments for "Magpies" fans, especially when the future of key striker Alexander Isak is still open.

However, the North East club have made a notable signing in Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest. The winger is expected to be a quality addition to Newcastle's attack, having enjoyed an impressive Premier League season with 6 goals and 11 assists.

9. Dan Ndoye - Nottingham Forest

Dan Ndoye (Photo: Getty).

Dan Ndoye is a promising but under-performing player, now facing a great opportunity to reshape his career. With a total of 10 goals in 126 league games (one season at Nice, two seasons at Basel and one season at Bologna), Ndoye's scoring rate is still modest.

However, last season at Bologna showed positive signs. In 30 appearances, Ndoye contributed 8 goals and 4 assists, a significant improvement on previous seasons.

Now the big question is whether the arrival of manager Vincenzo Italiano can be the catalyst for Ndoye to reach new heights? Can Italiano’s footballing philosophy help Ndoye reach his full potential, transforming him from a potential prospect into a genuine star? Nottingham Forest are betting on that possibility, and fans are eagerly waiting to see if their faith is rewarded.

10. Mohammed Kudus – Tottenham Hotspur

Mohammed Kudus (Photo: Getty).

In his first season with West Ham, Mohammed Kudus proved his worth with 8 goals and 9 assists, helping the Hammers finish in the top 10 of the Premier League. However, last season saw a disappointing decline for the player, reflecting the overall picture of the team's below-expected performance.

Tottenham are said to be betting on Kudus' ability to regain his peak form in a new environment. With the prospect of losing both Harry Kane and Son Heung Min, Tottenham could see Kudus as a "new spark" to lead their attack.

Experts say a change of scenery could be the key to Kudus reaching his full potential. A move to a club with a different ambition and philosophy could reignite the talented player and make him a key player in Tottenham's squad.

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