Bournemouth have made a strong start to the summer transfer window, completing several signings to bolster their squad. The Cherries have brought in Mamadou Sangare from Brentford and Antonio Silva from Chelsea, as they look to improve their chances of a top-half finish in the Premier League. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 11th in Premier League, 45 pts, 10W-15D-7L from 32 games, recent form WDDDD. Goals this season: 48 scored, 49 conceded (-1 goal difference). Title race: 25 points behind leaders Arsenal. Next fixture: vs Crystal Palace (at home, 2027-02-20) (13th in the table). The signings are a boost for manager Gary O'Neil, who is looking to build on the team's solid performance last season. The Cherries have been linked with several other players, but these signings are a positive start to the transfer window. The team will be looking to challenge for a top-half finish in the Premier League, and these signings will be crucial in their bid for success. The Cherries have a tough schedule ahead, but with these signings, they will be confident of making a strong push for the top six.