On the sidelines of TNT's broadcast of the UEFA Super Cup, Rio Ferdinand and Hargreaves had an in-depth discussion about the 2024-25 Premier League title, with each expressing their views and predictions for different teams.
Ferdinand has expressed great confidence in Arsenal's prospects, particularly highlighting how the addition of new signing Carafiore could bring a qualitative leap forward for Arsenal's left side. He believes that Carafioli's skill and consistency will add more balance to Arsenal's tactical system, allowing Arteta's ideal tactics to be better implemented. Meanwhile, Ferdinand also pointed out the challenges City could face after winning the title for the fourth consecutive season, including internal target adjustments and the pressure of a new record.
Hargreaves, however, is more bullish on defending champions Manchester City. He believes that City have a deeper squad and more options, which is key for them to remain competitive in the Premier League. He specifically mentioned the importance of core players such as Pep Guardiola, Harland and De Bruyne, and believes that the combination of these players forms the strongest squad in the Premier League at the moment. At the same time, Hargreaves also pointed out Arsenal's potential problems in terms of squad depth and fears that they could suffer when they suffer a wave of injuries.
Ferdinand then raised questions about City's transfer strategy, particularly the void left by the departure of Alvarez. He believes that City will need to spend heavily to bring in new players to fill the void, and points out that City's transfer efforts may not be over yet.
Both commentators have their own views, but both show their in-depth knowledge and insights into the strengths of the Premier League teams. Both Arsenal and Manchester City, as well as other powerhouses such as Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United, will be competing fiercely in the upcoming season. Who will win the EPL title will depend on how each team operates in the upcoming transfer market and how their players perform on the field.
