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English Premier League team-by-team guide: The title challengers, key signings and players to watch this season

Chelsea and Tottenham have splashed the cash, with plenty of transfers still likely to happen

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17 Aug 2026, 21:26 UTC
Last checked
17 Aug 2026, 21:26 UTC
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67cb0e9ae267...d37c92
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The Irish Times
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Ireland
Source published
16 Aug 2026, 05:00 UTC
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Mary Hannigan
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Chelsea and Tottenham have splashed the cash, with plenty of transfers still likely to happen
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    English Premier League team-by-team guide: The title challengers, key signings and players to watch this season

    Chelsea and Tottenham have splashed the cash, with plenty of transfers still likely to happen

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