Summer transfers 2026: All to know as Premier League signings break records
Summary
The English Premier League set a new record for summer transfer spending in 2026, with clubs spending a total of £3.46 billion ($4.67 billion). Manchester City led the spending with big signings like Enzo Fernandez, while other clubs such as Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham also made costly purchases to strengthen their squads.Key Facts
- Premier League clubs spent a record £3.46 billion ($4.67 billion) in the 2026 summer transfer window.
- £475 million ($640.1 million) was spent on the final day of the transfer window alone, breaking last year’s deadline day record.
- Manchester City spent £458 million ($618.2 million), the most of any club, including £125 million ($168.7 million) for midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea.
- Enzo Fernandez became the first player transferred twice for over £100 million ($134.7 million) each time.
- Liverpool spent £123 million ($166 million) to sign forward Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain.
- Chelsea spent £349 million ($471.1 million) to support new manager Xabi Alonso’s squad.
- Tottenham spent £303 million ($409 million), including a record signing of Sandro Tonali for up to £100 million ($134.9 million).
- Some high-profile transfers failed to happen, including Julian Alvarez to Barcelona and moves for players Folarin Balogun and Lamine Camara.
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