We're just five Premier League games into the 2026-27 campaign, but we can assess which summer signings have impressed most. Ronald Araújo, on loan from Barcelona with a €55 million permanent option, has been a standout at Liverpool, contributing to clean sheets and improved form, including a key backheel assist for Dominik Szoboszlai. Christos Tzolis, signed by Arsenal for €40 million, leads the Gunners in assists (four) and has added creativity despite inconsistent performances.
Zion Suzuki, Aston Villa’s €40 million Japan international goalkeeper replacing Emiliano Martínez, leads the Premier League in goalkeeper sweeps (7) and excels in distribution and shot-stopping. Tarik Muharemović, Leeds United’s €40 million Bosnia-Herzegovina center-back, is joint-fourth in defensive clearances (37) and has been vital to Leeds’ rise to fifth in the table. These early impacts show value isn’t always tied to price, with several mid-fee signings outperforming expectations.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing