How the 2026 World Cup Has Affected Premier League Teams

Following Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina in New Jersey, attention shifts to the new Premier League season. The article details how the tournament impacted each top-flight club. Arsenal faces fitness concerns over William Saliba (back injury), Declan Rice, and Bukayo Saka. Leandro Trossard has been sold to Besiktas. Aston Villa's Amadou Onana suffered an ACL injury, prompting moves for Johan Manzambi and Joao Gomes, while Morgan Rogers is set to join Chelsea for £117m and Lucas Digne to PSG. Bournemouth's Ben Gannon-Doak impressed for Brazil. The piece covers injuries, transfers, and player performances affecting all 20 Premier League teams.

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