I asked AI how Bristol City would spend a £50m Premier League transfer budget - this was its response

Bristol City are sat in 7th place in the Championship table as they eye promotion to the Premier League. They are hoping to sneak into the play-offs come the end of the season.

They have lost only once in their last 10 games and are proving to be a tough team to beat right now. Liam Manning’s side are back in action on Friday night at home to Norwich City as they look to keep their momentum going.

The Robins drew 1-1 away at Sheffield United last time out on Tuesday night. Mark Sykes scored a late equaliser at Bramall Lane as they secured a decent point.

Bristol City’s transfer business predicted by AI

We have asked Grok to predict who Bristol City would sign if they had £50million to spend this summer if they got promoted to the Premier League. They are in a strong position to make a push for it with nine fixtures left to play. Here is a look at some potential options recommended by AI...

Gustavo Hamer (midfield, Sheffield United) - AI has said: “The midfield needs a combative, creative anchor to shield the backline and link play. Hamer, 27, wasinstrumental in Coventry’s playoff run and Sheffield United’s 2024 season, offering tenacity, passing range, and set-piece quality (a Bristol City weakness).”

Jaden Philogene (winger, Ipswich Town) - AI has said: “The departure of Alex Scott left a creative void, and current wingers like Anis Mehmeti need support. Philogene, 23, dazzled at Hull City (12 goals, 6 assists in 2022-23) and has pace, dribbling, and goal threat—ideal for counter-attacks and pressing.”

Josh Sargent (striker, Norwich City) - AI has said: “Sam Bell is a bright prospect but untested at Premier League level, and Nahki Wells (34) isn’t a long-term solution. Sargent, 25, has proven he can score in both the Championship (16 goals in 2023-24) and Premier League (11 goals in 2021-22 with Norwich), with aerial dominance and work rate.”

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Brandon Williams (full-back, free agent) - AI has said: “Depth is critical in the Premier League, and current full-backs (George Tanner, Cam Pring) could use competition. Williams, 24, brings pace and Premier League experience (30+ appearances for United), though his career has stalled.”

Chris Mepham (defender, AFC Bournemouth, on loan at Sunderland) - AI has said: “A 27-year-old Welsh international with over 50 Premier League appearances, Mepham offers composure and aerial strength. He’s been a squad player at Bournemouth, often behind Marcos Senesi and Illia Zabarnyi, making him a feasible target.”

Fabio Carvalho (attacking midfielder, Brentford) - “A 22-year-old creative spark with Premier League pedigree (10 goals in Fulham’s 2021-22 promotion season), Carvalho’s vision and flair would fill the Alex Scott void. His Liverpool stint was stop-start, suggesting a move could revive him.”