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Premier League spending tops record £2.37bn as Leeds sign Okafor

Premier League spending tops record £2.37bn as Leeds sign Okafor

Summary

Premier League clubs have spent £2.37 billion, setting a new record for spending in a summer transfer window. Leeds United's signing of striker Noah Okafor from AC Milan for £18 million has contributed to this record. Okafor joins Leeds on a four-year deal as the club's ninth new player this summer.

Key Facts

  • Premier League clubs have spent £2.37 billion in the current summer transfer window.
  • Leeds United signed Noah Okafor from AC Milan for £18 million.
  • Okafor signed a four-year contract with Leeds.
  • This is the highest spending in a single transfer window, surpassing the £2.36 billion record set in 2023.
  • Six Premier League clubs have broken their own transfer spending records this summer.
  • Clubs like Brentford, Burnley, Sunderland, and Nottingham Forest have all made significant signings.
  • Liverpool made a notable transfer by signing Florian Wirtz for a potential British record fee if add-ons are achieved.
  • With 10 days remaining, further spending could increase the record.
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