As the Premier League pauses for the final international break of 2024, top clubs are planning their strategies for the January transfer window.
Liverpool and Chelsea, sitting first and third, are exceeding expectations, while Manchester City and Arsenal (second and fourth) are not performing as expected.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are struggling in mid-table, with United hiring Rúben Amorim from Sporting CP after sacking Erik ten Hag.
While January transfers are often seen as risky, they offer the chance to make crucial improvements.
Past successes like Virgil van Dijk, Luis Suárez (Liverpool), Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United), Martin Ødegaard (Arsenal), and Olivier Giroud (Chelsea) show that winter moves can have a big impact. With the window approaching, clubs must target key signings to boost their season.
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