Premier League 2018-19: 3 3easons why Chelsea won't win the title this season

2. Lack of transfer activity

The Chelsea owner has become quite reluctant to spend big in the transfer markets in the last few years

It happened last year, and it is happening now. Chelsea have had a poor transfer window the last couple of seasons, and that might hinder their chances of lifting the Premier League title for the third time in five years.

Last year their manager Antonio Conte was clearly upset about the transfer activities of the club, and had expressed his opinion on that quite a few times. The result was that Chelsea had a poor season as they finished fifth, which resulted in the immediate sacking of Conte.

Of course, we can say that this season Sarri has made quite a few good signings and has handled the transfer market well. But to compete with the likes of City and Liverpool, that may not be enough as the two teams clearly have a better squad.

Chelsea would need to spend some cash in January if they wish to compete for the title.