Premier League 2024-25: What Top Clubs Still Need
While the 2024-25 Premier League season gets underway, top clubs like Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool have opened their campaigns with mixed results. However, while the ball has started rolling on the pitch, these teams still have a number of pressing issues to sort out in the transfer market before the summer window closes on August 30, 2024. Manchester City Manchester City may seem watertight on the back of their 2-0 win at Chelsea, but the departure of Julián Álvarez has left them exposed up front. Pep Guardiola may target Brentford’s Ivan Toney to ensure they have the depth that can see Erling Haaland through a season of demands. Arsenal Arsenal have been very quiet this summer, with only Riccardo Calafiori arriving at the club. Despite possessing great firepower last season—excluding Gabriel Jesus—the Gunners are still missing an out-and-out center-forward. Mikel Arteta should ensure a striker is added before the window closes if they are to challenge City genuinely for the title. Liverpool Speaking about Liverpool, less of a priority has been the signings, more about securing important contracts—Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold most recently. Real Madrid has been sniffing around Alexander-Arnold; Liverpool needs to tie his future down quickly. Aston Villa Ashton Villa has prepared adequately for the return of Champions League football but hasn’t yet found its forward of real class, with Joao Felix going cold on them. Tottenham The Spurs have been doing lately is only working on attack but no depth in defense. That’s something they really need to consider these upcoming days. Chelsea Chelsea is overstretched with a first-team bloated squad of 41 players. New coach Enzo Maresca needs to send out players like Lukaku and Conor Gallagher to trim the size for manageable teams. Manchester United The Red Devils desperately need a prolific goal-scorer. With their recent signings in the backline under Erik ten Hag, Manchester United are greatly lacking a striker who can hit his mark, hence making this their most urgent need with the window deadline drawing nearer. Well these are the things some of the top Premier League clubs still are hunting for as they battle it out in the Premier League 2024 season. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
Top 10 Greatest Football Managers Of All Time
Manolo Marquez has been chosen as the next head coach for the Indian national men’s football team. He will continue managing his current Indian Super League (ISL) team for another year while preparing for his new role. After this year, he will focus entirely on the national team. The decision came from a meeting held by the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) executive committee on Saturday at AIFF Football House. This choice was made considering the current financial situation of the AIFF. Marquez brings a wealth of experience and is expected to bring fresh energy and expertise to Indian football. Marquez has the capability to take the underlooked youngsters and make them into finely polished individuals; a trait that makes him a great coach/manager for the team. Let’s look at the top 10 greatest managers in the history of the game. 10. Giovanni Trapattoni – 23 Titles Giovanni Trapattoni, affectionately known as “Trap,” is one of the few managers to have coached all three Italian giants: Juventus, Inter Milan, and AC Milan. Trapattoni’s illustrious career boasts 23 titles, with the majority coming during his tenure with Juventus. Under his guidance, Juventus secured six Serie A titles, the European Cup, the UEFA Cup, and the UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup, cementing his legacy as a tactical genius. 9. Jose Mourinho – 25 Titles Known for his charismatic personality and tactical acumen, Jose Mourinho has bagged 25 titles across several top clubs, including Porto, Chelsea, Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan. Mourinho continues to pursue silverware, with his previous triumphs including multiple league titles, domestic cups, and the prestigious UEFA Champions League. 8. Ottmar Hitzfeld – 25 Titles Ottmar Hitzfeld’s managerial career began in Switzerland, however he tasted success in the German Bundesliga. Managing Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, Hitzfeld won seven Bundesliga titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies. His total of 25 titles shows his ability to build and lead successful teams in one of Europe’s most competitive leagues. 7. Carlo Ancelotti – 28 Titles Carlo Ancelotti stands out as the only manager to have won league titles in all of Europe’s top five leagues. With a career spanning multiple top clubs, Ancelotti has won five Champions League titles, four UEFA Super Cups, and numerous domestic trophies. His recent success with Real Madrid in the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League final adds to his impressive tally of 28 titles. 6. Luiz Felipe Scolari – 26 Titles Luiz Felipe Scolari is celebrated for his successful stints with teams like Palmeiras, Gremio, and the Brazil national team. Scolari’s career highlights include winning the FIFA World Cup with Brazil in 2002 and a total of 26 titles, showcasing his ability to lead teams to international and domestic glory. 5. Jock Stein – 26 Titles A legend in Scottish football, Jock Stein’s 26 titles were all won with Celtic during a remarkable 13-year tenure. Stein led Celtic to numerous league titles and domestic cups and his influence extended to managing Leeds United and the Scotland national team. 4. Valeriy Lobanovskyi – 29 Titles Valeriy Lobanovskyi is renowned for his innovative tactics, including the ‘False 9’ position and ‘Total Football’ style. Managing Dynamo Kyiv, Lobanovskyi won 29 titles, including two UEFA Cup Winners’ Cups and a UEFA Super Cup. 3. Mircea Lucescu – 32 Titles Romanian manager Mircea Lucescu has enjoyed a long and illustrious career, winning 32 titles. Lucescu’s achievements include a UEFA Super Cup with Galatasaray in 2000 and numerous domestic league titles with clubs like Shakhtar Donetsk, Besiktas, and Zenit St. Petersburg. 2. Pep Guardiola – 39 Titles Pep Guardiola, a modern tactical genius, has already secured 39 trophies with teams like FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City. Known for his innovative playing style and emphasis on possession, Guardiola has led his teams to multiple league titles and domestic cups. His recent treble with Manchester City in the 2023-24 season, including the Premier League title, cements his place among the greatest managers. 1. Sir Alex Ferguson – 48 Titles Topping the list is Sir Alex Ferguson, whose unparalleled career saw him win 48 titles. Spending 27 years at Manchester United, Ferguson’s tenure included 13 Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies. Before his legendary spell at United, Ferguson led Aberdeen to 10 titles in the Scottish division. His extraordinary success and enduring influence make him the greatest football manager in history. These ten managers have not only accumulated an impressive array of titles but have also shaped the modern game with their leadership and ability to inspire greatness in their teams. Their legacies continue to influence aspiring managers and players around the world. The Sportz Planet Desk,Atharva Shetye
