Premier League 2018/19: Predicted Final Standings

#7 West Ham United

West Ham

Players In: Felipe Anderson, Andriy Yarmolenko, Jack Wilshere, Ryan Fredericks, Lukasz Fabianski, Fabian Balbuena, Issa Diop

Players Out: James Collins, Patrice Evra, Reece Burke, Marcus Browne, Cheikh Kouyate

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West Ham's dealings in the transfer window this summer have showcased exactly why I think they'll finish so high in the table next season. Anderson, Yarmolenko and Wilshere are real statements of intent, and all three of them are likely to be integral to the team's set-up in the upcoming campaign. Furthermore, Fabianski, Balbuena and Diop are also likely to play key roles in the squad. In all, these signings will make West Ham a force to be reckoned with.

The departure of James Collins and Patrice Evra is the start of the defensive revamp that the Hammers have been needing for some time now. Both Collins and Evra were 35-years-old, which is far too old for defenders in a league as action-packed as the Premier League. Balbuena, Diop and Fredericks have arrived to bolster the back line, and will undoubtedly have a huge impact on the Hammers' performances this season.

Due to the fact West Ham have bolstered so many key areas of their squad, I think they'll surprise a lot of people and finish just behind the top six. This will be a far cry from last season's performance, where they ended up in 13th place, after an uninspiring campaign. Fans will be expecting a lot from their team this time around, and they're sure to impress.