Transfer Deadline Day 2026: Have Arsenal's rivals done enough in window to challenge?
Ezri Konsa (right) was Arsenal's last summer signing
TL;DR
- Arsenal has started the season with two wins, maintaining their strong position after a successful transfer window.
- Manchester City has undergone significant changes, including a new manager and substantial squad investment, but still appears to be a strong contender.
- Liverpool's transfer strategy focused on wide players, but a persistent midfield imbalance remains a concern.
- Chelsea has made numerous signings and, with no European distractions, could be a dark horse.
- Manchester United's midfield reinforcements make them likely top-four challengers, but not title contenders.
- Tottenham Hotspur has spent heavily but had a poor start to the season, needing to build team cohesion.
- Aston Villa is undergoing a rebuild under Unai Emery, with a focus on integrating new players for a top-four push.