Defending champions Arsenal have made significant changes as they prepare to defend their title, bringing in quality reinforcements while also allowing some important players from last season’s successful campaign to leave.

Manchester City have also been active as they look to challenge for the title under new head coach Enzo Maresca, who has taken over from Pep Guardiola. The Citizens have added fresh talent as they begin a new era.

Meanwhile, Chelsea will be hoping for a much-improved campaign after a disappointing season. With Xabi Alonso now in charge and several new arrivals, the Blues will be looking to challenge for major honours once again.

Here are the top five signings and exits ahead of the new season.

Top five signings

Morgan Rogers: Aston Villa to Chelsea

Chelsea have strengthened their attacking options with the arrival of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.

Elliot Anderson: Nottingham Forest to Manchester City

Manchester City have added Elliot Anderson as they continue to rebuild their squad under Maresca.

Sandro Tonali: Newcastle United to Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham have made a major midfield addition with the signing of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United.

Jeremy Jacquet: Rennes to Liverpool

Liverpool have reinforced their defence with the arrival of highly rated French defender Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.

Bruno Guimaraes: Newcastle United to Arsenal

Arsenal have made one of the biggest moves of the window by bringing in Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, adding further quality to their midfield.

Top five exits

Leandro Trossard: Arsenal to Besiktas

Trossard has left Arsenal after playing an important role during his time at the club.

Anthony Gordon: Newcastle United to Barcelona

Barcelona have secured the services of Anthony Gordon as they look to strengthen their attacking options.

Marc Cucurella: Chelsea to Real Madrid

Cucurella has made a high-profile move to Real Madrid after his spell at Chelsea.

Bernardo Silva: Manchester City to Real Madrid

Real Madrid have added another experienced Premier League star with the signing of Bernardo Silva from Manchester City.

Mohamed Salah: Liverpool to Trabzonspor

Salah departed Liverpool after his contract expired before completing a move to Turkish side Trabzonspor, bringing an end to a remarkable chapter at Anfield.

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