10 Premier League Flops Who’ve Failed to Deliver in 2025/26 (So Far)

September 30, 2025 Kris Isaksen

The new Premier League season may still be young, but some big-name players are already underwhelming fans and pundits alike. Whether it's due to massive transfer fees, inflated expectations, or poor form, these ten stars have fallen short of what was expected of them — and supporters are beginning to take notice.

10. Viktor Gyökeres – Arsenal’s Inconsistent Frontman

Viktor Gyökeres arrived in the Premier League with sky-high expectations after a 54-goal season with Sporting Lisbon and Sweden. While he’s netted a few early goals, his performances against top opposition — particularly Manchester United and Manchester City — have left Arsenal fans divided.

9. Mohamed Salah – Not Quite the Same King

By his usual lofty standards, Mohamed Salah has had a subdued start to 2025/26. With just two goals and two assists by gameweek six, he’s lagging behind last season’s pace — and Fantasy Premier League managers are feeling the sting.

8. Jørgen Strand Larsen – Wolves’ Goal Drought Continues

Brought in with high hopes, Jørgen Strand Larsen has yet to find the net in the Premier League for Wolves. With the club languishing at the bottom of the table, his lack of goals is proving costly — especially considering Newcastle wanted to pay £55 million for him.

7. Bryan Mbeumo – Fading Fast at Manchester United

After impressing in United’s season opener, Bryan Mbeumo has gone quiet. The former Brentford star has just one goal contribution to his name, and fans expected far more after his 20-goal haul last season.

6. Jamie Gittens – Big Fee, Minimal Minutes at Chelsea

Jamie Bynoe-Gittens — Vitalii Vitleo / Shutterstock.com

Signed from Borussia Dortmund for £48.5 million, Jamie Gittens has barely been used by Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca. With just 145 minutes played and little impact when on the pitch, his signing is already raising eyebrows.

5. Benjamin Šeško – Still Finding His Feet at Old Trafford

Benjamin Sesko — Manchester United Press Photo / manutd.com

Despite being seen as a long-term project, Manchester United fans hoped for more from Benjamin Šeško. One goal in six appearances isn't enough to silence critics, especially given the £73.7 million price tag.

4. Ollie Watkins – Late Start for Villa’s Star Striker

Watkins didn’t score until gameweek six, a surprise considering how pivotal he’s been for Aston Villa in recent seasons. Ian Wright has publicly criticized his early-season form, and fans are hoping his goal against Fulham marks a turning point.

3. Morgan Gibbs-White – Forest’s Creative Spark Dimmed

Nottingham Forest’s European push last season was built around Gibbs-White, but he’s failed to hit those heights in 2025/26. With the team now flirting with relegation, his lack of influence has been a glaring issue.

2. Morgan Rogers – From Game-Changer to Passenger

After being one of Villa’s standout performers last year, Morgan Rogers looks a shell of his former self. With clubs like Chelsea reportedly willing to pay £90 million in the summer, his current form has not come close to justifying the hype.

1. Florian Wirtz – Liverpool’s £116m Flop (So Far)

No player has disappointed more than Florian Wirtz, Liverpool’s marquee summer signing. With no goals or assists to show for his efforts, fans are beginning to question whether the Bundesliga star can make the leap in the Premier League.