Martínez has moved from No. 26 to No. 1 after Robert Sánchez’s exit opened the shirt.
Squad values after the 2026 summer window show Real Madrid top, with City, PSG and Arsenal close behind.
Alonso is unruffled after Chelsea’s midfield changes, with Fernández gone and depth in focus.
Premier League clubs lifted transfer spending to $4.75 billion across the 2026 summer window.
Chelsea ended a chaotic window in stronger shape, with sales, balance and experience improving the squad.
August’s nominees reflect strong starts, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City and more all well represented.
Can you name the 10 most expensive Premier League summer signings of 2026 in two minutes?
Fernández’s City move and his comments have intensified Chelsea anger, with a reunion set for Dec. 12.
Liverpool asked about Malo Gusto, but Chelsea’s valuation and loan-only stance ended the chase.
USMNT transfer grades from a summer of World Cup momentum, fresh starts, and one Deadline Day collapse.
