Good point. I mean the bit about August counting. My memory may be hazy but didn't Burnley get a really good start last year? I know Palace lost their first 3 or 4 when they went up, but early points in the bag are a massive advantage.
Walton is pretty decent. No need for a GK before the first game, but one by transfer deadline day would be good.
A very decent striker though has to be a top priority asap.
LB as a 2nd priority, before game 1.
We then need a creative midfielder and a wide attacker.
We need them all, but...