From jaw-dropping games to shock transfers gone wrong, here’s a rundown of the season’s most unforgettable moments:
Game of the Year: Brentford 5–3 Wolves – A Goal Fest for the Ages
If pure chaos and attacking flair had a poster match, this was it. Brentford and Wolves lit up the pitch with an eight-goal thriller that had fans on the edge of their seats. It was end-to-end drama, with defensive gaps as wide as the excitement on display.
Signing Masterclass: Nikola Milenković (Nottingham Forest)
In a season where defense made the difference, Nottingham Forest hit gold. Serbian centre-back Nikola Milenković, snapped up for £12 million from Fiorentina, became the cornerstone of a resilient backline. With Murillo by his side, Forest boasted the second-best defense in the league — a feat few saw coming.
Transfer Nightmares: Big Names, Bigger Letdowns
João Félix (Chelsea)
Re-signed for a hefty £46.3 million, Félix was more fizzle than fire. Just one goal and one assist later, he was shipped off to AC Milan.
Joshua Zirkzee (Manchester United)
A £27 million signing that delivered little spark. With only two meaningful contributions across 19 appearances, United’s striker gamble flopped.
Federico Chiesa (Liverpool)
An injury-riddled debut saw Chiesa log just 18 minutes of league football. A painful miss for both player and club at £13 million.
Ilkay Gündogan (Manchester City)
Back at the Etihad but a shadow of his former self. Gündogan managed just two assists in 22 games, struggling to fill Rodri’s boots.
Player of the Season: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Liverpool’s Egyptian king reigned supreme once again, bagging the Golden Boot, Playmaker of the Season, and Player of the Season. His dominance was only rivaled by the adorable pitch invasion by his daughters during his awards celebration — a viral moment that melted hearts worldwide.
Breakthrough Star: Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
From doubtful signing to undisputed star, Cole Palmer turned his £42 million move from Manchester City into a highlight reel. With 22 goals and countless match-defining plays, the young attacker became Chelsea’s creative engine and their beacon of hope.
Comeback King: Ross Barkley (Luton Town)
Left in the footballing wilderness, Barkley bounced back spectacularly. Signed on a free by Luton Town, he became their midfield maestro, earning plaudits for his leadership and control in tight fixtures. Proof that sometimes the best deals cost nothing.
The Verdict:
The 2024–25 Premier League campaign reminded us why it’s the most-watched league on the planet — for every record shattered, a heart was broken; for every breakout star, a big-money flop stumbled. Drama, dreams, and dazzling football — this season had it all.
