There is one caveat. The Athletic has confirmed with UEFA that, just like for the squad cost rule, the governing body allows clubs to include one-third of transfer profits for the transfer balance calculation.

Aston Villa have not been very active in this summer’s transfer window so far, but now the club have started preparing for a big move. According to a report by Sky Sports journalist Florian

Arsenal has kept at bay Manchester United’s expensively assembled forward line and scored again from a set piece to win 1-0 in the marquee match in the opening round of the Premier League.

Chelsea’s triumph at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup heightened expectations for the Blues in the 2025-26 Premier League season. Although they were a clear fourth-favorite behind Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City, Chelsea started to get plenty of betting support and saw their odds dip more and more as the season drew nearer.

SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his Leeds United vs. Arsenal picks for the Premier League match at Emirates Stadium on Saturday

Arsenal opened their Premier League campaign with a win over Manchester United and now host Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners will be targeting another three points as they push for the Premier League title.