Overview

• Alexander Isak remains excluded from Newcastle’s squad, has been training alone and faces club fines while pushing for a move ahead of the September 1 transfer deadline.
• Arsenal’s summer recruits—Viktor Gyökeres, Martin Zubimendi and Noni Madueke—are available for the opening fixture as Mikel Arteta looks to convert heavy spending into silverware.
• Manchester United have bolstered their attack with Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha but still lack clarity over defensive starters and have paused efforts to sign Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.
• Aston Villa must meet UEFA sustainability rules following a £9.5 million fine, prompting the proposed sale of homegrown midfielder Jacob Ramsey to restore compliance.
• Everton face backline uncertainty for their Leeds opener with Vitalii Mykolenko, Nathan Patterson, Jarrad Branthwaite and Harrison Armstrong all doubtful due to injuries.