Top 2019 EPL Summer Transfers For Each Team: How Are They Performing This Season

Arriving at a new club can take some time to adjust. Some are able to fit right in and continue their impressive form while others still have yet to prove their value. Typically, players that make a move within the league have a better first season than players that move cross-country. Here are the biggest signings for each team and how their season is looking so far.



Arsenal: Nicolas Pepe

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Transferred From: LOSC Lille
Price: 80 Million Euros (RS)
Positions: RM/RW/ST

Goals Last Season: 22
Goals This Season: 6
Assists Last Season: 11
Assists This Season: 5
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.62
Avg Rating This Season: 7.23

Since his move from Lille, Pepe has been struggling to find the net. In 26 games, the record signing has only recorded 6 goals and 5 assists, which is not what you expect from an 80 million Euro man. However, with Unai Emery's sacking and Mikel Arteta now the new manager, we are starting to see more of Pepe playing up front with Lacazette and Aubameyang, so it will be interesting if Arteta can get the goal-scoring machine working again.



Aston Villa: Wesley

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Transferred From: Club Brugge
Price: 25 Million Euros (RS)
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 17
Goals This Season: 5
Assists Last Season: 10
Assists This Season: 1
Avg Rating This Season: 6.76

After their recent promotion to the EPL, Aston Villa went out to the town and spent a casual 148.6 million Euros on twelve players. Record signing Wesley came to be a reliable striker for the historic club, but after an impressive first few games, he has struggled up front and has been outshone by superstar Jack Grealish. Wesley is now dealing with an injury which is why Aston Villa used the Winter Transfer Window to sign his former striker partner Mbwana Samatta.



AFC Bournemouth: Arnaut Danjuma Groenveld

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Transferred From: Club Brugge
Price: 18 Million Euros
Positions: LM/RM

Goals Last Season: 6
Goals This Season: 0
Assists Last Season: 4
Assists This Season:  0
Avg Rating This Season: 6.44

Bournemouth's 4th most expensive signing has yet to make any impact on the club. The 23-year-old has only played in 9 games this season but this may just be his season to train and learn from his teammates.



Brighton & Hove Albion: Neal Maupay

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Transferred From: Brentford
Price: 21.9 Million Euros (RS)
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 28
Goals This Season: 7
Assists Last Season: 9
Assists This Season: 2
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.15
Avg Rating This Season: 6.67

One of the top-scorers in the Championship for Brentford last season, many Brighton fans were excited for Maupay's arrival. The French international has now become another record signing that played well at the beginning of the season but now seems to be caught in the mid-season funk. With veteran striker Glenn Murray beginning to fall into retirement, all eyes are on Maupay to take the reigns and put goals on the scoreboard for the South England club.



Burnley: Jay Rodriguez

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Transferred From: West Bromwich Albion
Price: 5.5 Million Euros
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 22
Goals This Season: 4
Assists Last Season: 6
Assists This Season: 0
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.99
Avg Rating This Season: 6.40

Jay Rodriguez returned this past summer to Burnley after multiple years at Southampton and West Brom, respectively. The 30-year-old performed well during his brief time in the Championship, but now as a substitute for Ashley Barnes and Chris Wood, he is once again that mediocre player we have witnessed before in the EPL.



Chelsea: Mateo Kovacic

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Transferred From: Real Madrid
Price: 45 Million Euros
Position: CM

Goals Last Season: 0
Goals This Season: 2
Assists Last Season: 2
Assists This Season: 3
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.89
Avg Rating This Season: 7.06

Due to their transfer ban, Chelsea were unable to make any signings this past summer and had to rely on youngsters and loanees to bring the same excitement that Eden Hazard did. However, since Kovacic was loaned out to Chelsea last season, The Blues were able to make the Croatian's deal permanent. This year, Kovacic is playing a crucial role in the 4-3-3 formation alongside Kante and Jorginho and looks to continue improving.



Crystal Palace: James McCarthy

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Transferred From: Everton
Price: 3.3 Million Euros
Position: CM

Goals Last Season: 0
Goals This Season: 0
Assists Last Season: 0
Assists This Season: 0
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.36
Avg Rating This Season: 6.37

Many years ago, McCarthy was an up-and-coming player for Everton that looked to be key for the club, but due to injuries and lack of form, he has not seen a consistent time of play until his move to London. The Irishman has started 9 of the 21 games he has played in but has yet to make any strong impact since.



Everton: Alex Iwobi

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Transferred From: Arsenal
Price: 30.4 Million Euros
Positions: LM/LW

Goals Last Season: 6
Goals This Season: 2
Assists Last Season: 9
Assists This Season: 1
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.77
Avg Rating This Season: 6.54

The Nigerian International has looked like an exciting prospect for both Arsenal and Nigeria, but since his move to Everton, we have yet to see much of him in favor of Brazilian teammates Richarlison and Bernard. With Walcott reaching his final years, maybe Iwobi can take his place and prove his worth.



Leicester City: Youri Tielemans

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Transferred From: AS Monaco
Price: 45 Million Euros (RS)
Position: CM

Goals Last Season: 5
Goals This Season: 8
Assists Last Season: 7
Assists This Season: 6
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.92
Avg Rating This Season: 6.92

On loan at Leicester last season, Tielemans really impressed and has now been crucial to The Foxes' success this year. At 22, the young Belgian only looks to get better and may be one of the best midfielders in the near future.



Liverpool: Sepp van den Berg

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Transferred From: PEC Zwolle
Price: 1.9 Million Euros
Position: CB

Goals Last Season: 0
Goals This Season: 0
Assists Last Season: 0
Assists This Season: 0
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.42
Avg Rating This Season: 0.00

Jurgen Klopp has spent the past few years building the strongest side he could, so this summer, the focus was on renewing contracts and thinning out the squad rather than bringing in more players. However, along with Adrian on a free transfer, Liverpool signed the teenager as a future prospect for the squad. He has since played 15 games for the U23 team.



Manchester City: Rodri

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Transferred From: Atletico Madrid
Price: 70 Million Euros
Position: CM/CDM

Goals Last Season: 3
Goals This Season: 2
Assists Last Season: 1
Assists This Season: 1
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.03
Avg Rating This Season: 7.28

Another high-rising young midfielder that continues to impress, Rodri has been actively involved for last season's champions. Man City has been dealing with Center Back injuries this year, so Rodri's reliability allows Fernandinho to play back and lead the defense.



Manchester United: Harry Maguire

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Transferred From: Leicester City
Price: 87 Million Euros
Position: CB

Goals Last Season: 3
Goals This Season: 2
Assists Last Season: 0
Assists This Season: 1
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.01
Avg Rating This Season: 7.18

In 2019, Harry Maguire and Manchester United made history as the most expensive Center Back. The question that everyone is asking is whether that amount is worth it? Despite still struggling for a top 5 spot, Maguire has been consistent in form and doing what he can from the back. He's no Van Dijk this season but he's been carrying his weight.



Newcastle United: Joelinton

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Transferred From: TSG Hoffenheim
Price: 44 Million Euros (RS)
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 11
Goals This Season: 3
Assists Last Season: 9
Assists This Season: 3
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.27
Avg Rating This Season: 6.78

Joelinton was a wonderkid last season for Hoffenheim and was keen on making a big move. But just like a lot of these players on this list, his form has not transferred over with him as he has only been able to record 3 goals so far this season. With Allan Saint-Maximin, the other big signing for Newcastle this past summer, fans were expecting the two to be goal-scoring leaders. However, that is not the case as the center backs have recorded more goals than the forwards.



Norwich City: Ralf Fahrmann

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Transferred From: FC Schalke 04
Price: 3 Million Euros (On Loan)
Position: GK

Saves Last Season: 74
Saves This Season: 1
Goals Conceded Last Season: 41
Goals Conceded This Season: 3
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.46
Avg Rating This Season: 6.08

Fahrmann has been a regular between the posts for Schalke since 2011, but after Nubel's sensational season last year, Norwich took the opportunity to bring the German goalkeeper to England in hopes to strengthen their defense as they return to the Premier League. Fahrmann has only fully played 1 league game for the Canaries: a 2-0 loss at Crystal Palace. With Tim Krul back in action and playing well again, maybe it's time for Fahrmann to sit the bench and be a backup.



Sheffield United: Oliver McBurnie

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Transferred From: Swansea City
Price: 19.1 Million Euros
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 24
Goals This Season: 4
Assists Last Season: 4
Assists This Season: 0
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.19
Avg Rating This Season: 6.80

No one expected Sheffield United to be this good this season and now have the chance to qualify for the Champions League next season. The Scottish striker stuck with Swansea when they were relegated a couple years ago and was given the opportunity to shine in the Championship. Now representing Sheffield, McBurnie has now played in 24 of 26 league games and although isn't playing at the same level as last year, he is adjusting to the high-pace game and settling in his role.



Southampton: Danny Ings

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Transferred From: Liverpool
Price: 22.2 Million Euros
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 8
Goals This Season: 18
Assists Last Season: 3
Assists This Season: 2
Avg Rating Last Season: 6.83
Avg Rating This Season: 6.98

Typically, it's Southampton players moving to Liverpool, so this is an odd occasion. Ings was bought by Liverpool in 2015 but struggled to find playing time on the first team. He was loaned out to Southampton and impressed the crowds enough to make his move permanent. Ings is one of the few on this list that was transferred within the Premier League, but with 18 goals already next to his name, it's no denial that he is one of the most impactful signings this season.



Tottenham Hotspur: Tanguy Ndombele

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Transferred From: Olympique Lyon
Price: 60 Million Euros (RS)
Positions: CM/CDM

Goals Last Season: 3
Goals This Season: 2
Assists Last Season: 8
Assists This Season: 4
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.20
Avg Rating This Season: 7.10

One of the more exciting transfers in Europe in 2019, Ndombele has been able to continue playing well in London. Growing up playing in the French academies, the 23-year-old has rose through the tiers and is now an important part of Mourinho's Champions League campaign. He has been playing consistently well but now has more responsibility in the midfield after Eriksen's departure and Alli's push up front.



Watford: Ismaila Sarr

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Transferred From: Stade Rennais
Price: 30 Million Euros (RS)
Position: RW

Goals Last Season: 13
Goals This Season: 4
Assists Last Season: 11
Assists This Season: 3
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.02
Avg Rating This Season: 6.79

A record signing for Watford, the Senegal international has played a little more than half the games this season but still has managed to net 4 goals and provide 3 assists. Sarr was a leading player for Rennais and was beneficial for their Europa League campaign. At 21, this player still has more yet to come but with Ligue 1 and the Premier League playing at two different tempos, will Sarr be able to prove that he can play with the best?



West Ham United: Sebastien Haller

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Transferred From: Eintracht Frankfurt
Price: 40 Million Euros (RS)
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 20
Goals This Season: 6
Assists Last Season: 12
Assists This Season: 2
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.64
Avg Rating This Season: 7.16

Last season, Haller was a fantastic player that helped Frankfurt reach the Europa League semi-finals, but the spotlight was on his striker pairing Luka Jovic, who also made a summer move to Real Madrid. Now at West Ham, the 25-year-old Frenchman is expected to be a goal scoring machine. Although he is the team's current topscorer, Haller is still struggling to bring that intensity and build up West Ham's reputation.



Wolverhampton Wanderers: Raul Jimenez

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Transferred From: Benfica
Price: 38 Million Euros
Position: ST

Goals Last Season: 17
Goals This Season: 20
Assists Last Season: 8
Assists This Season: 9
Avg Rating Last Season: 7.07
Avg Rating This Season: 7.27

The Wolves have been dominant in the Premier League since their promotion last season, and one of their first signings is the reason why for their success. Jimenez was signed on loan from Benfica in 2018 and easily became a fan favorite as a reliable striker. Now officially a Wanderer, the Mexican National Team star has continued to be a threat in front of the net, now with already more goals and assists than the previous season.



Sources: whoscored.com and transfermarkt