The Premier League's nine-figure signings now define the market, but price still brings pressure.
A ranked look at the most notable free agents still available after the summer transfer window closed.
Squad values after the 2026 summer window show Real Madrid top, with City, PSG and Arsenal close behind.
Arsenal’s Premier League story includes title wins, doubles and a near-miss that showed real progress.
Martinelli joins Al Hilal as Arsenal sell their record departure and weaken left wing depth.
Iraola weighs Liverpool’s left-heavy attack, with Barcola, Muñoz and Ngumoha under review.
Martínez confirms Barcelona spoke to him, while Arsenal’s late enquiry over a move was also rebuffed.
A summer of major moves left some clubs stronger, while others finished the window with clear gaps.
Fernández has taken De Bruyne’s No. 17 at City, adding pressure to a major move.
Chelsea, Liverpool and others headline football’s most expensive transfer windows ever.
