Premier League Transfer Window Review: Summer 2024
The Premier League transfer window has come to a close, and what a summer it was! With a whopping £100 million spent by Premier League clubs, the lowest single-window expenditure since 2012. That’s a significant drop from the record-breaking £815m splashed out in 2023. But what did we see in terms of big-money deals, and which signings will make the biggest impact?
Top Grades for the Summer’s Biggest Transfers
We’ve given each transfer a grade, from A to D, based on our expert analysis. Here are the top grades from the summer:
- Fulham: C – Bayern Munich signed Palhinha for a reported €65m, a bargain considering his incredible form for Fulham.
- Nice: B- – Juventus signed Thuram, who will bring his smooth midfield skills to the Italian giants.
- Arsenal: B+ – The Gunners made Raya’s loan deal permanent for £27m, a steal considering his impressive performances.
- Leeds United: A – Newcastle United’s Gray joined Tottenham for £40m, a big-money deal for both clubs.
- Chelsea: A – The Blues signed Douglas Luiz for £50m, a profit on their initial investment.
- Newcastle United: A – Ipswich Town smashed their transfer record to sign Omari Hutchinson permanently, a big get for the Championship side.
The Rest of the Summer’s Top Transfers
Here are some of the other big-money deals from the summer:
- Tottenham: B – Signed Harry Kane’s replacement, Olise, from Crystal Palace for a reported £40m.
- Juventus: B+ – Signed Thuram from Nice for a reported €60m.
- Aston Villa: A – Signed Kellyman from Chelsea for a reported £25m.
- Chelsea: B – Signed Maatsen from Aston Villa for a reported £20m.
What’s Next?
The Premier League season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see these new signings in action. Follow us on all social media platforms for more updates on the latest transfer news and analysis.
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