The Premier League’s Seasonal Regrets: Unsuccessful Signings of Arthur, Auba, Antony for Every Club

In the world of football, signing players can be a risky business. While some players can exceed expectations and become club legends, others may fail to make an impact on the pitch. In this article, we take a closer look at the worst signings made by each Premier League club this season. From Arthur at Barcelona to Auba at Arsenal and Antony at Ajax, we’ll explore what went wrong and why these players failed to deliver. Join us as we dissect the biggest transfer flops of the season.


The best signings of the season have been identified, revealing which clubs have made the most effective and ineffective purchases. For some clubs this has been an easier process than others, with Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City having made particularly successful buys. While it is too soon to label Fabio Vieira from Arsenal as a flop, the £31.5m midfielder has yet to prove himself worthy of such an investment. Similarly, Villa’s Leander Dendocker has made virtually no impact on the team since his arrival, having made just three starts and none in recent months. Bournemouth’s Ilya Zaarnyi has also failed to perform to expectations, with an ankle injury preventing his entry into the team. Georginio Rutter from Leeds has struggled to make an impact despite the £30m price tag, failing to score or provide a goal in his six substitute appearances. Antony, who was pursued by Erik ten Hag all summer, has shown potential but United are yet to see the consistency expected from their £86m buy. However, there are some potential stars for the future, such as Kevin Mbabu from Fulham and Harry Souttar from Leicester.


In conclusion, every Premier League club has had their fair share of disappointing signings this season. From the high-profile arrivals of Arthur and Auba, to the lesser-known acquisition of Antony, these players were expected to make a significant impact but, unfortunately, failed to live up to expectations. While some clubs may have already cut their losses, others still hold out hope that these players will eventually come good. Regardless, every team will be looking to make better decisions in the transfer market heading into next season. Only time will tell if they succeed.