These two proud clubs, Manchester United and Chelsea, have spent huge sums since they last lifted the Premier League title. The total is around €4.37 billion on new players. Chelsea last won the league in 2016-17 under Antonio Conte, and since then they have spent about €2.06 billion. United, whose last title was in 2012-13, have also spent similarly large amounts.
Points per Game Barely Favour Chelsea
When you look at how many points each club gathers per game since their last title, you see they are almost the same. Chelsea are just a tiny bit ahead — by only 0.01 points per game — when compared with Man United. That means both clubs are not far apart in performance, but far from the top. Spending hasn’t changed enough.
Chelsea and Man Utd : Outspent but Outranked by Others
Chelsea and United rank high for total spending yet lag in league success. Chelsea have spent more than most clubs, about €2.5 billion in the last ten seasons on new players. Man United are up there too, with €1.78 billion, behind only Manchester City. Some clubs with much lower spend have passed both in points. Arsenal and Liverpool are top examples. Tottenham too — fewer euros spent but more consistency in results.
Trophies Beyond the League Still Count
Even if Premier League success has escaped them lately, both clubs have not been empty handed. United have won a number of domestic cups and the Europa League. Chelsea have European trophies to their name, including Champions League success in 2021. But when fans look at the league, it’s that missing title that looms large. It weighs heavier than many cups abroad.
Author’s Insight
Money alone isn’t enough. Man United and Chelsea have shown that spending can build big squads, but not always winning ones. The path to winning the league demands more than transfers: stability, smart coaching, clear vision, good judgement on signings. Fans will expect this season to mark change. Maybe with stable leadership, sharper recruitment, they can close the .gap. But the price of failure will feel high, as expectations are bigger than ever.
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