Only a select few really stand out, despite the influx of new faces eager to make an impression each season. We have already made some additions for the 2025–2026 season that appear to be immediate successes, ranging from up-and-coming talents to seasoned veterans demonstrating their continued skill. The top 20 new hires of the season thus far are listed here.
20. Sevilla’s Alexis Sanchez
19. Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong
18. Inter Miami’s Rodrigo De Paul
17. AS Monaco’s Ansu Fati
16. AC Milan’s Luka Modrić
15. Napoli’s Kevin De Bruyne
14. Tottenham’s João Palhinha
13. Spurs’ Mohammed Kudus
Gianluigi Donnarumma of Manchester City is number 12.
11 Real Madrid’s Álvaro Carreras
10. Viktor Gyökeres – Arsenal
At last, Arsenal has their number nine. Gyökeres’ finishing and physical presence are having a significant effect.
9. Bryan Mbeumo – Manchester United
United’s offence now has more vigour thanks to Mbeumo’s adaptability and hard ethic.
8. Cristhian Masquera – Arsenal
Masquera is another astute signing to Arsenal, and the Gunners’ midfield is benefiting from his enthusiasm and inventiveness.
7. Joan García – Barcelona
Calm, cool, and consistent, García has made a name for himself as a dependable defender for Barça.
6. Martín Zubimendi – Arsenal
One of the most complete midfield signings of the summer, Zubimendi has slotted in with ease.
5. Tijjani Reijnders – Manchester City
The midfield for City is still developing, and Tijjani’s energy has given Guardiola’s team more equilibrium.
4. Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze
Eze, a flair player capable of changing games with talent and inventiveness, is blossoming under Arteta.
3. Marcus Rashford – Barcelona
Rashford’s spark has been rekindled by the move to Spain. He’s settling in nicely and contributing assists as well as goals.
Chelsea’s João Pedro, second
At last, Chelsea’s assault has a clinical advantage. João Pedro became popular right away because of his movement and finishing.
Hugo Ekitike, who is from Liverpool
First on the list, Ekitike has become the face of Liverpool’s new era after exploding onto the Premier League scene and scoring goals at will.
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