⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[ILuckyGuyI]

Round 32 games are starting in 2 days.

Manchester City and Chelsea both have easy games normally. I guess both sides would win. The most interesting event of the week is Newcastle - Man Utd. I think Newcastle will beat them once again to continue chasing a CL ticket.  

Manchester City can't make this kind of transfer because of the current situation they find themselves in, but let's say it possible for City to use this kind of money to sign a single player, it won't even change their problem because the problem right now is not centred on a right wing forward because the last time I checked that's where Yamal plays. Barcelona on the other side wouldn't want to release their most priced asset but the truth is, that amount is tempting considering their current financial problems. This is football and I can't totally rule out the possibility of this happening.

Mate, honestly I think Manchester City is just too greedy if this rumour about Yamal is true. They don't even need a new right winger indeed. They have Savinho and Foden. It wouldn't make sense to spend such money on 1 transfer while they need to strengthen different areas also.

[Pokapoka124]

That has to be one of the worst Manchester Derbies i have ever watch, City look a completely different team, i know that they have looked that way all season, but i think today just encapsulates it, they made a bad United team look decent. With City's performance today, i cannot see them finishing in the top four, and that will be so bad for the club, to miss out on the CL, they wouldn't even be able to get some of the players they want to get in the summer.

These days I don’t expect much from Manchester City going into a game. Manchester City have lost confidence in themselves as well as the tactics of the coach. They wear Manchester City shirts but perform like they are a bottom table club. It will be so sad if they finish any place below champions league qualification.

[SatoPrincess]

I saw Agüero's bet for the Manchester derby before the match. He played over 3.5 goals. There wasn't even a single goal in the match. Does he realize what a bad choice he made? Or is he happy that he didn't have to pay out of pocket because Stake gave him a free bet for advertising?
Honestly, with City without Haaland and United without a proper striker, it was very difficult for this game to be over 3.5 goals. This pick has been like throwing money away. I hope no one lost too much money.

I’m not surprised because on other occasions this same fixture has produced more goals than this last one which unfortunately produced none so it is expected that at least three goals plus will be seen in this game but both sides disappointed the crowd by playing football in the middle of the pitch alone and forgetting to score goals. Aguero certainly threw his money away.

[Jaycoinz]

I saw Agüero's bet for the Manchester derby before the match. He played over 3.5 goals. There wasn't even a single goal in the match. Does he realize what a bad choice he made? Or is he happy that he didn't have to pay out of pocket because Stake gave him a free bet for advertising?
Honestly, with City without Haaland and United without a proper striker, it was very difficult for this game to be over 3.5 goals. This pick has been like throwing money away. I hope no one lost too much money.

I’m not surprised because on other occasions this same fixture has produced more goals than this last one which unfortunately produced none so it is expected that at least three goals plus will be seen in this game but both sides disappointed the crowd by playing football in the middle of the pitch alone and forgetting to score goals. Aguero certainly threw his money away.

Well lucky for him it was free bet given to him by  stake.

I would see the reason why aguero would play that game over 3.5 goals I mean owing to the fact that he is a striker and he himself have played in that derby a lot of times, I think he choose to go with his goals instinct feeling the atmosphere would be electric as usual seeing that past records of the same fixture have produced a lot of goals as satoprincess said but lack of form and no desire to win from both side actually made the game something entirely different.

[Pokapoka124]

Man City declared their interest in acquiring Lamine Yamal, a 17 year old star of Barcelona:

https://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/manchester-city-transfer-news-man-city-in-historic-offer-for-lamine-yamal-report-signings-rumours-gossip-paper-talk-fcb-deco-jorges-mendes-neymar-lionel-messi-pep-guardiola-mcfc

Media reports they are ready to pocket out €275 million, making it the world's most expensive transfer. Yamal has a release clause of €1bn in his current contract.
If that's true, I don't think Barcelona would be able to resist such offer and will probably go with it, unless Yamal is not interested in moving to England.

I doubt Manchester City will fund such a move. This is enough money enough to fund three to four players transfer especially at this moment when they are trying to regroup and improve their squad. Manchester City cannot afford to splash such an amount on one player, it doesn’t seem ideal to me rather they should spend it on acquiring two high quality players.

[kawetsriyanto]

These days I don’t expect much from Manchester City going into a game. Manchester City have lost confidence in themselves as well as the tactics of the coach. They wear Manchester City shirts but perform like they are a bottom table club. It will be so sad if they finish any place below champions league qualification.

Yep. Unfortunately Man City performance is getting worse, they never showed playing with a champion mentality anymore. I agree that the mentality is one of the big problems of Man City players now. I don't understand that Guardiola can't improve the mentality of the players. Guardiola may already have no big hope to achieve any goal in the remaining season. However, it is surely very wrong if Guardiola doesn't try to improve the mentality of the players, because they still need to secure their position in the 4th place if they still want to join UCL next season. I also will be disappointed with Guardiola if Man City can't join UCL in the next season. It will be a huge setback for a big team as Man City. Well, Man City must be careful because the point gap with Chelsea, Newcastle, and Aston Villa is very narrow.

[Pokapoka124]

Newcastle doesn't really feel like a big opponent at the moment. While they may have some tough games left, they are not really looking to do much neither, I do not expect much from them. Not on big games, not on small games, they do not feel like a great team in any of the games.

If they finish even lower than right now, I would not be shocked, and they are not really deserving of any UEFA next season neither, not with the way they played this season so far. If they could make that work somehow, then that would be the real shocker. I am sure that Newcastle will let their fans down again, and they will not be doing anything great, if they do then I would be shocked and I would admit that I was wrong about them.

I think after winning the Caraboa cup title this season Newcastle will feel a bit relaxed to have achieved something good this season however they have a very good chance of finishing in top five. It’s top five because of the extra spot given to the Premier League as both English teams reach the quarter finals of the champions league.

[ingiltere]

Liverpool have extended the contract of Mohamed Salah. I think the Liverpool management must be very relieved now. They would lose their best players for free. The contract is only for 2 years. It might have been the last time Salah was going to get a big contract from another team, but it looks like that opportunity is gone with this 2-year signing. His salary from Liverpool hasn't been disclosed, but for signing this contract and his performances this year, he should have received a raise. Liverpool did the right thing. You can't let a player like this slip away. Salah's stats this season are incredible. Both goals and assists are at the peak of his career.

[Albarq]

Liverpool have extended the contract of Mohamed Salah. I think the Liverpool management must be very relieved now. They would lose their best players for free. The contract is only for 2 years. It might have been the last time Salah was going to get a big contract from another team, but it looks like that opportunity is gone with this 2-year signing. His salary from Liverpool hasn't been disclosed, but for signing this contract and his performances this year, he should have received a raise. Liverpool did the right thing. You can't let a player like this slip away. Salah's stats this season are incredible. Both goals and assists are at the peak of his career.

Where Liverpool have taken a quick action to re -contracted Mohammad Salah. who was considered his best player, it was done considering that his old contract at Liverpool was not up, in such a way Mohammad would continue to strengthen the Liverpool team until 2027 was a wise decision taken considering he had been together Liverpool for a long time with Liverpool who raised his name.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

Liverpool have extended the contract of Mohamed Salah. I think the Liverpool management must be very relieved now. They would lose their best players for free. The contract is only for 2 years. It might have been the last time Salah was going to get a big contract from another team, but it looks like that opportunity is gone with this 2-year signing. His salary from Liverpool hasn't been disclosed, but for signing this contract and his performances this year, he should have received a raise. Liverpool did the right thing. You can't let a player like this slip away. Salah's stats this season are incredible. Both goals and assists are at the peak of his career.

Where Liverpool have taken a quick action to re -contracted Mohammad Salah. who was considered his best player, it was done considering that his old contract at Liverpool was not up, in such a way Mohammad would continue to strengthen the Liverpool team until 2027 was a wise decision taken considering he had been together Liverpool for a long time with Liverpool who raised his name.

Congratulations to the dude, Mohammed Salah is a very good player and one who have contributed positively to the success Liverpool is currently enjoying in the premier league this season, I am happy that the club noticed that he is a very good asset that they shouldnt let go, and they did the right thing by re-signing him to keep him for another two years.

Also, Salah made the right decision by deciding to still stay with Liverpool which I believe to him, is like his home team because many of only got to know who Salah is when he was already playing for Liverpool, I wish him nothing but the best all through this new season, also a great opportunity to stay around and celebrate with the club when they eventually win the premier league title, him leaving would have been like someone who planted but allow another to reap the fruit of the plant.

[MainIbem]

Man City declared their interest in acquiring Lamine Yamal, a 17 year old star of Barcelona:

https://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/manchester-city-transfer-news-man-city-in-historic-offer-for-lamine-yamal-report-signings-rumours-gossip-paper-talk-fcb-deco-jorges-mendes-neymar-lionel-messi-pep-guardiola-mcfc

Media reports they are ready to pocket out €275 million, making it the world's most expensive transfer. Yamal has a release clause of €1bn in his current contract.
If that's true, I don't think Barcelona would be able to resist such offer and will probably go with it, unless Yamal is not interested in moving to England.

I doubt Manchester City will fund such a move. This is enough money enough to fund three to four players transfer especially at this moment when they are trying to regroup and improve their squad. Manchester City cannot afford to splash such an amount on one player, it doesn’t seem ideal to me rather they should spend it on acquiring two high quality players.

Their are some kind of news that sounds too good to be true, I'm not saying that Manchester City can't pull the deal through, of course they're rich and can afford such amount but it would be very difficult and almost impossible for Barcelona to lose such player, it's just like Barcelona selling young Messi back then, it's impossible, Barcelona would rather extend his contract to make it much more tougher for other top clubs to sign him, Barcelona are even hoping to bring in more talented prospects into the club so I wonder why anyone would think they'll sell the one they have currently, just like Messi, Yamal is a star player, a potential balloon d'or winner in the future, Barca knows the consequences of selling him so I doubt if it would happen, it would be like when they sold Neymar to PSG and they can't repeat such transfer error.

[Luzin]

Now I'm wondering Salah and van Dijk's future more than ever. Do you have an expectation for both of them to extend by 1 more year or no? I wish to see at least Salah for another season. I mean unless they are able to find a really good replacement for him.

It seems that they are negotiating with the Management. I think a new contract for them is still very profitable for Liverpool. It is proven that Moh Salah and Van Djik are still Arne Slot's first choice. They are still very good and able to compete in the EPL. I also read this news in the media. Not only a year but they negotiated for 2 years. Of course this can make Arne Slot look for a good replacement.

A breakthrough in negotiations has been reached and both players are set to sign new terms through to 2027.

[trendcoin]

Man City declared their interest in acquiring Lamine Yamal, a 17 year old star of Barcelona:

https://www.fourfourtwo.com/news/manchester-city-transfer-news-man-city-in-historic-offer-for-lamine-yamal-report-signings-rumours-gossip-paper-talk-fcb-deco-jorges-mendes-neymar-lionel-messi-pep-guardiola-mcfc

Media reports they are ready to pocket out €275 million, making it the world's most expensive transfer. Yamal has a release clause of €1bn in his current contract.
If that's true, I don't think Barcelona would be able to resist such offer and will probably go with it, unless Yamal is not interested in moving to England.

Yamal would be good with Marmoush and Haaland but I think this news is not very realistic. I also read a similar news that Manchester City want to sign Raphinha for 80 million Euros. I think that the transfer fees for both players are quite high. Raphinha is 28 years old, his next move is uncertain. I think the amount for Yamal is too high. I think, according to the news, we understand that Pep wants to create an ideal trio and the agents working for Barcelona are making a special effort on this issue... :)

[yudi09]

Liverpool have extended the contract of Mohamed Salah. I think the Liverpool management must be very relieved now. They would lose their best players for free. The contract is only for 2 years. It might have been the last time Salah was going to get a big contract from another team, but it looks like that opportunity is gone with this 2-year signing. His salary from Liverpool hasn't been disclosed, but for signing this contract and his performances this year, he should have received a raise. Liverpool did the right thing. You can't let a player like this slip away. Salah's stats this season are incredible. Both goals and assists are at the peak of his career.

Mohamed Salah has one more season to contribute to Liverpool. The two-way agreement between Liverpool and Mohamed Salah has answered all speculation about his future at Anfield.
In another post, I said that there is no happier news right now than the certainty of Mohamed Salah's contract.

Number after number has been recorded in Mohamed Salah's achievement book at Liverpool. Liverpool may prepare a salary increase for Mo Salah.
When Salah wants to leave, Liverpool will not suffer any loss in value.

[Distraction]

Liverpool have extended the contract of Mohamed Salah. I think the Liverpool management must be very relieved now. They would lose their best players for free. The contract is only for 2 years. It might have been the last time Salah was going to get a big contract from another team, but it looks like that opportunity is gone with this 2-year signing. His salary from Liverpool hasn't been disclosed, but for signing this contract and his performances this year, he should have received a raise. Liverpool did the right thing. You can't let a player like this slip away. Salah's stats this season are incredible. Both goals and assists are at the peak of his career.

Yeah, Liverpool announced it on their social today.

https://x.com/LFC/status/1910588819402784952

I have read something like his yearly salary has been increased by more than 2 million pounds. Like his salary is 20.8 million pounds now. Truthfully I can say he deserves even a better raise than that after a legendary season.  

I'm so glad to see Salah for longer. He is still at the top of his career. Liverpool can't find a similar player to replace him so quickly. This is crystal clear. I wonder if van Dijk will also extend. I don't expect the same from TAA on the other hand...

[pawel7777]

I think the most interesting game this weekend is Newcastle Vs Man United.
United might seem like they have not much left to play in the Premier League, as the European cups zone of the table is beyond their reach, but there's pressure on Amorim and the team to prove to their fans and owners they can deliver results.
Right now Newcastle are placed 5th, but have one game more to play than the others, and they have a realistic chance of attacking the 3rd place.

Bookies don't give United much chance with odds being:
Newcastle: x1.64
Draw: x4.2
Man United: x4.8

but I think a double-chance bet on United (x2.24) could be worth considering.

[MainIbem]

I think the most interesting game this weekend is Newcastle Vs Man United.
United might seem like they have not much left to play in the Premier League, as the European cups zone of the table is beyond their reach, but there's pressure on Amorim and the team to prove to their fans and owners they can deliver results.
Right now Newcastle are placed 5th, but have one game more to play than the others, and they have a realistic chance of attacking the 3rd place.

Bookies don't give United much chance with odds being:
Newcastle: x1.64
Draw: x4.2
Man United: x4.8

but I think a double-chance bet on United (x2.24) could be worth considering.

This match would go in favour of Newcastle, they've won a trophy and it's motivated them to keep pushing in their fixtures so far, I think this match is going to be interesting and quite tough for Manchester cause they've been struggling to be consistent, they lack quality goalkeeper and attackers with good confidence, even though Onana is benched cause of this poor performance in the Europea League Baryindr has not played for a very long time and we're not quite sure if he'll deliver we're Onana failed, whereas Newcastle as fighting for top 4 position, that alone would motivate them to do better coupled with their quality attackers and Midfielders, I don't blame the bookies for giving Manchester United that odd although anything is possible but I'm quite sure Newcastle would be the Victor's in that match.

[Moreno233]

Round 32 games are starting in 2 days.

Manchester City and Chelsea both have easy games normally. I guess both sides would win. The most interesting event of the week is Newcastle - Man Utd. I think Newcastle will beat them once again to continue chasing a CL ticket.  

I will not conclude that Newcastle will beat Manchester United that easily because it will be a very serious fight that United will take up to protect their image. A loss to Newcastle this weekend will damage their psychology for the second leg of the Europa league against Lyon, a match they need to win to continue chasing the Europa league trophy which is their ticket to playing champions league next season. Ruben Amorim should have understood the importance of that match already and would already be acting to prevent a loss at all cost, which is the reasonable thing to do.

[bitLeap]

I think the most interesting game this weekend is Newcastle Vs Man United.
United might seem like they have not much left to play in the Premier League, as the European cups zone of the table is beyond their reach, but there's pressure on Amorim and the team to prove to their fans and owners they can deliver results.
Right now Newcastle are placed 5th, but have one game more to play than the others, and they have a realistic chance of attacking the 3rd place.

Bookies don't give United much chance with odds being:
Newcastle: x1.64
Draw: x4.2
Man United: x4.8

but I think a double-chance bet on United (x2.24) could be worth considering.

Against Newcastle is a disaster that cannot be avoided by Amorim. I am not interested in betting on Man United because once again this season in the EPL they are in a very critical condition and it is difficult to show ideal performance. On the other hand, Newcastle still has remaining strength towards the end of the season and wants to secure UCL next season. Newcastle is in a tight competition with Man City and this 31st match is the key to maintaining the points gap.

[JeffBrad12]

Man City is now leading the game against Palace with three goals, though they went down 0-2 at the first half. Happy to see they'er able to comeback with the brilliance of king bruyne. He contributed most in all of City's goals.
They can secure three points as long as bruyne keep show his brilliance in this game. He obviously the only guy who created difference in this game. The problem is that their defend is as bad as usual. It forced them to score as many as they can to overcome their weakness.