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Ranking all 155 Premier League transfers in the 2026 summer window from worst to best

The 2026 summer transfer window has closed with 155 Premier League moves, sparking debate on the best and worst deals.

By · Published September 2, 2026 at 16:30 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026 at 20:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Yahoo Sports · Premier League · Sports Illustrated · The New York Times · Bleacher Report · ESPN.

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What happened

The 2026 summer transfer window has concluded with 155 Premier League transfers, prompting immediate analysis. The window's closure has sparked debate on the best and worst signings, with Chelsea and Real Madrid emerging as winners. ESPN and The New York Times have both declared Chelsea and Real Madrid as the top performers, while ESPN also named Liverpool as the biggest losers.

The New York Times and Bleacher Report have both published rankings of the 155 transfers, with The New York Times providing a detailed list from worst to best. Sports Illustrated has focused on the total money spent by clubs, but the exact figures are not specified. The rankings and assessments vary, with no consensus on the best signing or the most to prove.

The next steps for the clubs and players are unclear, as the focus shifts to the upcoming season.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 5h ago.

Questions people are asking

How many transfers were made in the 2026 summer window?

155 transfers were made in the 2026 summer window.

Which clubs are considered the winners of the transfer window?

Chelsea and Real Madrid are considered the winners of the transfer window.

Which club is considered the biggest loser of the transfer window?

Liverpool is considered the biggest loser of the transfer window.

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