Christopher Nkunku, Sandro Tonali & nine forgotten Premier League players who will be desperate to make a big impact in 2024-25

GOAL
Krishan Davis

AnalysisPremier LeagueChristopher NkunkuSandro TonaliMason MountJurrien TimberJadon SanchoRomeo LaviaStefan BajceticWesley FofanaTyrone MingsManchester UnitedChelseaArsenalLiverpoolAston VillaNewcastleFEATURES

There are many players for whom the last season did not go to plan, and they will be desperate to make amends when the new campaign begins

A new Premier League season is, quite incredibly, almost upon us – a time for renewal, revitalisation and second chances. After a drama-filled 2023-24 campaign, players across the division will be relishing a fresh start, but some more than others.

There are plenty of big names for whom, for one reason or another, things did not go to plan last time around. Some were culpable, while others were simply unlucky, but all of them have been forced to spend the best part of a year out of the spotlight as things went badly, badly wrong.

Below, GOAL runs through the nine forgotten Premier League stars who will be desperate to make up for lost time and make a big impact in the 2024-25 season…

Article continues below

Similar Posts

Midfield matchups, composure in goal and a shot of 'Triple Espresso': 5 things that will decide USWNT-Brazil Olympic Gold Medal match

Midfield matchups, composure in goal and a shot of 'Triple Espresso': 5 things that will decide USWNT-Brazil Olympic Gold Medal match

By

AFP Ryan Tolmich AnalysisUSABrazilSummer OlympicsFEATURESWomen's footballBrazil vs USA As the U.S. women's national team seeks a record fifth Olympic gold medal, the match against Brazil will come down to 5 key factors There's nothing quite like a tournament final, is there? The pageantry, the anticipation, the emotion – it all builds up to one last…

Barcelona spring transfer surprise! Blaugrana make shock bid to sign Liverpool youngster Stefan Bajcetic after injury blow

Barcelona spring transfer surprise! Blaugrana make shock bid to sign Liverpool youngster Stefan Bajcetic after injury blow

By

Getty Images Sport Mitchell Fretton BarcelonaS. BajceticTransfersLiverpoolRB LeipzigPremier LeagueLaLigaBundesliga Barcelona have launched an approach for Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic following a major injury to Marc Bernal. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Barca's Bernal suffered ACL injury Want Bajcetic to soften the blow RB Salzburg also keen on loan deal Article continues…

Transfer battle: Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs – Who is winning the PSL transfer window?

Transfer battle: Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs – Who is winning the PSL transfer window?

By

GOAL Dingizwe Gwala Premier Soccer LeagueKaizer ChiefsOrlando PiratesMamelodi Sundowns FCGaston SirinoBongani ZunguGilbertoKobamelo KodisangArthur SalesMaliele Vincent PuleBongani SamFEATURES Between the PSL's top three, who has done the best business in the transfer window? GOAL dives deeper into the wheeling and dealings. When the Premier Soccer League transfer window opens, you always expect Mamelodi Sundowns to dominate…

'Very lucky chap' – Gary Lineker told £1.3m BBC salary 'can't be justified' as his Match of the Day predecessor suggests England legend is 'not everyone's cup of tea'

'Very lucky chap' – Gary Lineker told £1.3m BBC salary 'can't be justified' as his Match of the Day predecessor suggests England legend is 'not everyone's cup of tea'

By

Getty Ritabrata Banerjee Premier LeagueEngland Ex-Match of the Day host Des Lynam has suggested that the BBC "cannot justify" Gary Lineker's lucrative salary. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Lineker wage assessed by former BBC host England icon currently highest-paid presenter Only presenter to earn more than £1m annually Article continues below

Why ex-Kaizer Chiefs star wants Nasreddine Nabi to sign Mamelodi Sundowns reject Bongani Zungu – 'He was coached by Steven Gerrard'

Why ex-Kaizer Chiefs star wants Nasreddine Nabi to sign Mamelodi Sundowns reject Bongani Zungu – 'He was coached by Steven Gerrard'

By

Backpagepix Michael Madyira Premier Soccer LeagueKaizer ChiefsBongani ZunguMamelodi Sundowns FCTransfers The 31-year-old is a free agent after leaving the Brazilians in June and his future has been a subject of speculation. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Zungu left Sundowns in June He is now a free agent He is being urged…

Have Kaizer Chiefs made a decison on new top striker? Agent opens up on latest developments

Have Kaizer Chiefs made a decison on new top striker? Agent opens up on latest developments

By

Backpagepix Celine Abrahams Premier Soccer LeagueKaizer ChiefsRushwin DortleyGaston SirinoBongani Sam Nasreddine Nabi is keen to bring in a centre forward as we draw closer to the new PSL season which starts next season. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Chiefs search for a new striker Agent Makaab makes offer He shares latest…