I really want to give it a try, because in my opinion, Raphinha had a very underrated season. He achieved:
59 goals/assists this season (22 goals/assists in the UCL alone)
La Liga player of the season
(In my opinion, he was robbed of the UCL player of the season, he had the most goals and assists, as well as the most chances created, what more does an attacking player need?)
La Liga
Supercopa
Copa del Rey
He was a very clutch player throughout the season, rarely having a bad game. He often carried Barcelona forward and showed up against big teams.
I think Dembele is the favorite here, but only because he won the Champions League, his numbers are not as impressive when you consider he played in Ligue 1, while Raphinha had an amazing season, better than any other attacker this season, but because of stupid standards, he may not win, because nowadays trophies are everything.
First long-term bet for the new full season. Chelsea's coefficient is still over 2, which means they will finish in the Top 4, and I have no doubts about that. Last season, they finished fourth and strengthened their team impressively at the end of the season. It was clear that this young team is a force to be reckoned with, winning two trophies and beating PSG gave them a lot of confidence going forward. So yes, Chelsea will play Champions League football, but in terms of the main competition for the fourth place, I see Newcastle as the main rival and I don't think they have strengthened enough to challenge for it. As for the other teams, United and Tottenham? United have made too much progress in just one season and Tottenham have a lower level than Chelsea, plus they are also in the Champions League. Aston Villa seems destined for relegation and I don't see any other contenders. Overall, I believe Chelsea is closer to joining the top three of Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool, rather than fighting for the Top 4 spot, which I don't see them achieving in the upcoming Premier League season.