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Premier League 2026/27: Top new signings to watch
21st August, 2026 10:14 AM
A new season of the anticipated English Premier League campaign gets under way this Friday, August 21, 2026, when champions Arsenal host promoted Coventry City in the opening clash.
In yet another season, several new arrivals will be looking to get to action and make a mark at their new club after switching teams across the EPL rivals or as first-time Premier League arrivals.
Here is a lowdown of those tipped to play an influential role for their respective clubs.
Christos Tzolis
Greek winger Christos Tzolis is Arsenal’s new threat on the flanks and has hit the ground running after joining Mikel Arteta’s reigning champions. Tzolis completed his move from Club Brugge following a stellar season in Belgium.
His remarkable creative output in recent years highlights why Arsenal snapped him up. The winger registered an incredible 29 assists in the 2025/26 campaign, building on 14 assists in 2024/25 and eight in 2023/24.
He has enjoyed an explosive start with the Gunners, scoring on his debut before capping off a fine pre-season with two assists against Manchester City in the Community Shield, showcasing both his competitive edge and high-level vision.
Bruno Guimarães stands out as Arsenal’s marquee summer arrival, joining the reigning champions on a Ksh13 billion deal through 2030.
The combative Brazilian brings proven Premier League pedigree, boasting 153 appearances, 30 goals, 26 assists, and a 2025 Carabao Cup title from his Newcastle tenure.
He earned high praise from Mikel Arteta and Declan Rice, Guimarães arrives on the heels of a 17-goal-contribution campaign at club level and a standout 2026 World Cup run with Brazil, where he registered four assists in five starts.
Youri Tielemans
The Manchester United midfield has undergone a facelift, with up to three new stars joining an already competitive department. Youri Tielemans arrives as the most decorated of the group, boasting silverware from his spells with Leicester City and Aston Villa. Bringing creative spark and years of top-flight experience, Tielemans produced pre-season displays that clearly signal why he is primed for a major debut season at Old Trafford.
Luka Vušković
The young Croatian centre-back secured a high-profile move from Tottenham Hotspur to Brighton & Hove Albion. Relatively unknown on English soil when Spurs originally signed him from Hajduk Split,
Vušković spent last season in the Bundesliga with Hamburger SV, where he truly announced himself to the world. A commanding defender with a knack for contributing goals, his unique defensive qualities earned him a spot in Croatia’s 26-man World Cup squad. He stands out as one of the most exciting young talents to watch as the new Premier League season kicks off.
Jérémy Jacquet
The promising young French defender is another summer arrival to keep a close eye on. Jacquet has already offered glimpses of his defensive acumen and versatility during Liverpool’s pre-season, with his standout performance coming in a 2-0 victory over Como at Anfield. where he netted on his first appearance for the Reds.
Demonstrating defensive composure alongside dangerous attacking potential, the former Rennes man is now looking to earn a regular starting spot alongside Virgil van Dijk under manager Andoni Iraola.
Sandro Tonali
Sandro Tonali represents another success story among Tottenham Hotspur’s summer additions. The Italian international and former AC Milan enforcer scored against Chelsea and stood out as one of the top performers during Roberto De Zerbi’s pre-season tour.
Following his high-profile switch from Newcastle United to North London, Tonali will be eager to anchor the Spurs midfield with steel, composure, and top-level experience.
Elliot Anderson
Elliot Anderson is embarking on a fresh chapter in Manchester following his lucrative transfer from Nottingham Forest. The central midfielder has already established himself as one of the brightest talents rising through the Premier League ranks and is expected to take on a key role in Manchester City’s engine room following the departures of Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders.
A Newcastle United academy graduate who earned an England call-up for the 2026 World Cup off the back of his Forest form, Anderson has been tipped by pundits to elevate his game to even greater heights at City.
