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Who is the best signing so far?


With the World Cup coming to an end, soccer fans around the world are wondering: What will we do for the next month? Preseason friendlies just aren't exciting enough to keep our attention, so for most fans of European teams, the focus will turn to the 'Transfer Window'. We have already seen what might be the most important transfer of the summer; Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Madrid for Juventus. Let's take a look at which club has made the best or most significant signing in the English Premier League. The Premier League window slams shut in about 5 weeks time, which means teams need to make moves that will set up their fortunes for next season. Here are some new arrivals I believe may prove to be the most important to their teams next season...

Jean Seri to Fulham
Image result for jean michael seri fulhamLast summer Seri was on the brink of joining of Barcelona, but the move fell apart right at the deadline. Fast forward to one year later and the Ivorian box-to box midfielder has signed for newly promoted Fulham, shattering their transfer record in the process. Costing around $35,000,000 the Cottagers have put a huge amount of faith (and money!) into Seri. I think they are hoping he can be the man to help them avoid relegation. This was one of the most unexpected transfers in recent years, and may well prove to be the coup of the summer.

Andriy Yarmolenko to West Ham
Image result for yarmolenkoAnother surprising transfer was Ukranian Yarmolenko leaving Dortmund after only one season to join up with new Hammers boss Manuel Pellegrini. The left-footed-right-winger has made a career out of cutting inside and firing shots at the goal, he is someone who will excite the West Ham fans. This isn't his only trick though, he can also provide goals for his teammates, and standing at 6'3", he shouldn't be worried about the physicality of the Premier League. For someone with his proven quality, he came in at a bargain of only around $20,000,000. West Ham will be hoping he will help them turn around their poor form from last season.


Fred to Manchester United 
Manchester United have confirmed the signing of FredNew Manchester United man Fred was part of the Brazilian World Cup squad. However after suffering an ankle injury the night before the tournament began, did not play a single minute. Costing over $50,000,000 Jose Mourinho is banking on forming a lethal partnership with World Cup winner Paul Pogba. At his previous club Shaktar he was nicknamed 'The Conductor'. Which is easy to understand why given his fluid combination of pace and passing ability. I think he could be a key player as Man Utd try to win their first title since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.

Bernd Leno to Arsenal 
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When Unai Emery arrived at Arsenal, it was clear he needed a new goalkeeper. He wasted no time in recruiting German Bernd Leno. At just 26 years young he could potentially play for the Gunners for the next decade if he fulfills what I believe to be his potential. A regular at Bayer Leverkusen since he was 18, Leno can certainly handle pressure, and should be a key part in Emery's attempts to lead the Gunners back to the Champions League.

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Fabinho to Liverpool 
This spot could have easily gone to Naby Keita to Liverpool, but I think Fabinho's style of play will be ideal for Liverpool next season. He can play in a variety of positions, but I expect him to sit in front of the back four, breaking up play and improving Liverpool's defence. No doubt that Keita and Fabinho could prove to be a crucial partnership in Liverpools midfield. They have a lethal attacking line up, and this singing may be what it takes for them to become genuine title contenders next season. Superb business from Jurgen Klopp.

Others? 
There have been a lot of other good business throughout the league, and any one of these players could prove to be the 'signing of the season'. At the time of this writing Alisson is on the verge of a record breaking move to Liverpool. They have desperately needed a World class goalkeeper for a long time. Could he be the final piece of the puzzle? Perhaps! Chelsea also managed to swipe Jorginho from under the noses of Manchester City and if he can produce the same form he showed last season, then Chelsea just got a real gem on their hands. City themselves signed 2016 PFA player of the year Riyad Mahrez, but with their vast attacking talents, he is going to have to work very hard to even get on the pitch. Arsenal's signing of Lucas Toreira, may be just what they need too. Wolves signing Rui Patricio on a free transfer may prove to be one of the shrewdest pieces of business this summer as well.

The list really could go on and on, and I'm sure that in the next coming weeks we are going to be seeing a lot more interesting and exciting signings. All I know is, that watching the daily drama of the transfer market unfold is certainly staving off my World Cup withdrawal symptoms.

@Josh_Rocket
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