The 2024/25 Premier League season is fast approaching, and English clubs have been active in the transfer market, securing some big signings. With the new campaign set to begin in August, let’s take a look at the top ten most expensive transfers in the Premier League so far.
10. Savinho – Manchester City £25m
Manchester City made an exciting signing by bringing in Brazilian winger Savinho for £25m. Savinho, who previously played for Girona in La Liga, is expected to add firepower to City’s attack.
9. David Raya – £27m Arsenal
Arsenal signed goalkeeper David Raya on a permanent deal for £27m after an impressive loan spell. Raya earned the Golden Glove award last season and is set to continue as Arsenal’s first-choice goalkeeper.
8. Igor Thiago – £30m Brentford
Brentford secured the services of striker Igor Thiago for £30m as they prepare for the departure of Ivan Toney. Thiago has already shown promise in preseason and could be a valuable addition to the team.
7. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – Chelsea £30m
Chelsea landed midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall for £30m from Leicester City. Dewsbury-Hall was a key player for Leicester in the Championship and is expected to play a crucial role at Chelsea.
6. Elliot Anderson – Nottingham Forest £35m
Nottingham Forest signed midfielder Elliot Anderson for £35m from Newcastle. Anderson, a promising talent, is set to feature prominently for Forest in the upcoming season.
5. Archie Gray – Tottenham £30m
Tottenham acquired midfielder Archie Gray from Leeds for £30m in a deal that included Joe Rodon. Gray has shown potential in the Championship and is ready to make an impact in the Premier League.
4. Joshua Zirkzee – Manchester United £36.5m
Manchester United bolstered their attacking options with the signing of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for £36.5m. Zirkzee brings with him a wealth of experience and is expected to shine at United.
3. Ian Maatsen – Aston Villa £37.5m
Aston Villa secured the services of left-back Ian Maatsen for £37.5m from Chelsea. Maatsen impressed during his loan spell at Borussia Dortmund and is set to strengthen Villa’s defense.
2. Max Kilman – West Ham £40m
West Ham invested £40m in Wolves defender Max Kilman. Kilman, who captained Wolves last season, is a reliable presence at the back and will be a key player for West Ham.
1. Leny Yoro – Manchester United £52m
Manchester United broke the English transfer record by signing French center back Leny Yoro from Lille for £52m. Yoro is a highly rated prospect and is expected to be a key figure in United’s defense.
These transfers have added significant quality to the Premier League teams, setting the stage for an exciting and competitive 2024/25 season.
