5 players to watch out for in Premier League matchweek 1
15 Aug,2025
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The new season of the Premier League is set to begin on Saturday, August 16.
New Season Begins
With the new season, new players have made their way to the Premier League or switched teams in the transfer window.
Can New Players Deliver?
The striker moved to Chelsea from Brighton and has already made an impact in the FIFA Club World Cup. Can the Brazillian come good end Chelsea's hunt for a prolific striker has yet to be seen.
Joao Pedro - Chelsea
The Brazillian forward made the jump to Manchester United from Wolves. With the No.10 on his back, he will be responsibile to be a prominent attacking threat this season.
Matheus Cunha - Man United
The dynamic midfielder makes the move to Man City from Lyon. He is already touted to be the next big star for France but he will have to take on the Premier League challenge and come out victorious.
Rayan Cherki - Man City
The German comes in from Leverkusen for a whopping transfer fee. He's shown glimpses his potential in the FA Community Shield. The question is if Liverpool will push for another league title.
Florian Wirtz - Liverpool
After two memorable seasons in Portugal, the forward returns to England in hopes he can conquer the Premier League challenge. Arsenal have been fighting for the title but Gyokeres could be the difference that takes them to the promised land.
Viktor Gyokeres - Arsenal
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