Early-season overreactions for Europe’s top clubs

With the 2020-21 season in full swing, we’re leaping to way-too-early conclusions after seeing some of Europe’s top clubs in action.

Premier League

Arsenal: If Alexandre Lacazette didn’t fluff that breakaway against Liverpool, the Gunners would boast an unblemished record right now, cementing the idea that Mikel Arteta has already solved any issues at the club. Oh, and Gabriel Magalhaes is undeniably the best defender on the planet.

Chelsea: Thiago Silva is washed, Timo Werner left his shooting boots in Germany, and Kai Havertz can only score against Barnsley. Chelsea should have taken a huge step forward after a lavish transfer window. Instead, the spending will only highlight Frank Lampard’s limitations as a manager.

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Liverpool: Plan the parade. There’s absolutely no stopping the Reds, who will romp to another Premier League crown as the rest of the contenders stumble out of the gate. Diogo Jota will go down as the signing of the summer, and a quadruple-winning season is in the cards.

Manchester City: Gulp. Pep Guardiola wasted a boatload of money on Nathan Ake, incoming …read more

Via:: The Score La Liga