The first summer transfer window has officially closed, with clubs across Europe reportedly spending over £400 million in various deals. The window, which was unusual this year, featured a two-part format to accommodate the FIFA Club World Cup scheduled to begin this Sunday, 15 June.
The transfer window will reopen on Monday, 16 June, and is set to close on Monday, 1 September, for Premier League, EFL, and Scottish Premiership clubs. This extended period allows teams to strengthen their squads ahead of the upcoming season.
FIFA rules restrict transfer windows to a maximum duration of 16 weeks within a calendar year, prompting the split this summer. The unique arrangement aims to ensure clubs can sign players for the FIFA Club World Cup while maintaining compliance with international regulations.
Football fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how these transfers impact the upcoming season across Europe’s top leagues.
