With the summer transfer window now closed and significant transfers finalized, we highlight key players who may debut in Matchweek 4 of the Premier League.
Jadon Sancho (Chelsea) - The winger has joined Chelsea on loan from Manchester United and aims to make his first Premier League appearance since August 2023. After spending the latter part of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund, where he scored three goals and provided three assists, Sancho, 24, will compete for a starting spot against AFC Bournemouth alongside Noni Madueke, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Pedro Neto.
Raheem Sterling (Arsenal) - Arsenal secured Sterling on loan from Chelsea in the final hours of the transfer window. Having scored eight goals and assisted four times for Chelsea last season, he could play in the north London derby against Tottenham Hotspur, though he faces strong competition from Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Martinelli.
Eddie Nketiah (Crystal Palace) - Following a week of speculation, Crystal Palace confirmed Nketiah's signing on Deadline Day. The south London native aims to follow in the footsteps of Arsenal legend Ian Wright. Manager Oliver Glasner will have to decide whether to start Nketiah, 25, at Leicester City, either alongside Jean-Philippe Mateta or instead of him.
Ferdi Kadioglu (Brighton & Hove Albion) - Brighton signed Kadioglu earlier in the summer, but he has yet to play for the club. The defender moved from Fenerbahce after a successful UEFA Euro 2024 campaign with Turkey, where they reached the quarter-finals. Brighton will host Ipswich on Saturday.
Manuel Ugarte (Manchester United) - Ugarte's arrival from Paris Saint-Germain is expected to bring youthful energy to Manchester United's midfield. The 23-year-old played a crucial role in PSG's domestic treble last season. Manager Erik ten Hag indicated that Ugarte might need some time to build fitness before debuting, though he hopes to feature against Southampton.
Federico Chiesa (Liverpool) - The Italian winger transitioned from Juventus to Liverpool this summer after a solid season with 37 appearances, nine goals, and three assists. Chiesa, whose father scored for Italy at Anfield during UEFA Euro '96, might make his first start for Liverpool when they take on Nottingham Forest.
Joachim Andersen (Fulham) - Having joined Fulham from Crystal Palace, Andersen is familiar with Craven Cottage, having previously made 31 loan appearances for the club. He aims to integrate smoothly into Marco Silva's defense as they face West Ham United.
Maxence Lacroix (Crystal Palace) - With Andersen's departure, Lacroix, 24, was brought in as his replacement. He previously played under Glasner at Wolfsburg, where they achieved UEFA Champions League qualification. Lacroix will look to make an impact when Palace plays Leicester at home.
Carlos Soler (West Ham) - The versatile midfielder and full-back joined West Ham from PSG, linking up with new coach Julen Lopetegui. Soler played 28 matches for PSG last season and hopes to feature against Fulham.
Morato (Nottingham Forest) - The 23-year-old Brazilian defender joined Forest from Benfica and may make his Premier League start against Liverpool. Morato had a significant presence at Benfica, making 86 appearances and contributing to their title-winning campaigns.
Other players potentially making their debuts include: Tosin Adarabioyo (Chelsea), Trevoh Chalobah (Crystal Palace), Jorge Cuenca (Fulham), Odsonne Edouard (Leicester), Ryan Fraser (Southampton), Carlos Forbs (Wolverhampton Wanderers), Luis Guilherme (West Ham), Orel Mangala (Everton), Reiss Nelson (Fulham), Gustavo Nunes (Brentford), Dara O'Shea (Ipswich), and James Ward-Prowse (Nottingham Forest).