With the start of the WSL season approaching, clubs are finalizing their squads for the upcoming season. Unai Emery of Aston Villa emphasized the challenges they face in the Champions League, acknowledging that their competitors have more capacity. Ipswich captain Sam Morsy expressed the team’s ambition for the new season, aiming to be competitive.
In transfer news, Southampton signed Cameron Archer from Aston Villa for £15m, while Tommy Conway joined Middlesbrough from Bristol City in a £4.5m move. Sammie Szmodics also made a move to Ipswich in a deal worth up to £11m. Leicester City’s Patson Daka is out for several months with a serious ankle injury.
Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi is likely to start against Brentford amidst speculation of a potential move to Newcastle. West Ham’s Ollie Watkins is set to be included in Aston Villa’s squad for their upcoming game.
Mikel Arteta of Arsenal stressed the need for improvement to challenge for the title, highlighting the club’s evolution. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca confirmed that Conor Gallagher won’t be involved in the upcoming match as they work to find a solution with the club.
Pre-season optimism varies among fans, with some expressing concerns about their team’s prospects for the upcoming season. Overall, clubs are gearing up for an exciting and competitive season ahead.
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