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We need to talk about how we talk about Mesut Özil
Often held up as the symbol of Arsenal’s failings, Ryan Hunn argues its time we discuss how we think and talk about Mesut Özil.
Category: Premier League
Are expectations too high for football’s youngsters?
Jonathan Roberts believes that comparisons between young emerging football players and stars of the past is creating unnecessary pressure and expectations.
A step above: Why Krychowiak could be a revolutionary signing for West Bromwich Albion
With West Bromwich Albion’s sights set firmly on higher ground, Kaustubh Pandey discusses why loan signing Grzegorz Krychowiak could be key for the Baggies.
La Liga boys Sevilla can still pack a punch
Paul Little looks at the changes that have taken place at Sevilla ahead of the club’s Champions League trip to Liverpool this week.
Ranking the top Premier League clubs’ summer transfer activity
Gian Chansrichawla runs the rule of the Premier League big boys who were all active during the summer transfer window.
Sit back and relax – Analysing Manchester United’s transfer window
With the transfer window now firmly closed, Adam Cooper reflects on what has been a successful summer for Manchester United.
Waiting in the wings – analysing Rashford’s new role under Mourinho
With the signing of Romelu Lukaku and the return of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Marcus Rashford will have to change his positional ambitions at Old Trafford, writes Adam Cooper.
Swansea’s Sigurdsson dilemma – when do you sell your best player?
Having accepted a club-record fee for Gylfi Sigurdsson, Swansea must look to reinvest in order to secure Premier League status, writes Gian Chansrichawla.
What will Gylfi Sigurdsson bring to Everton?
Karan Tejwani analyses the impact Gylfi Sigurdsson can have at Everton following his move to Merseyside from Premier League rivals Swansea City.
Should the transfer window be closed before the season starts?
Evan Coughlan gives his thoughts on the structure of the transfer window and how it interferes with teams’ season preparations.