Premier League clubs again spent heavily in 2025\u201326, and several high-profile arrivals have fallen short of expectations. The following profiles focus on transfers that, so far, have failed to deliver the impact their fees suggested.<\/p>\n
Conor Gallagher arrived at Tottenham Hotspur from Atl\u00e9tico Madrid for $46.6 million amid a relegation fight. His work rate remains evident, but in nearly two months in north London he has had little influence on results. Supporters have grown frustrated by his lack of quality in possession as the team searches for a winter catalyst.<\/p>\n
Liam Delap joined Chelsea for $40.6 million but has managed only three goals in 38 appearances, one of which came at the Club World Cup before the current campaign. The towering striker has looked uninspiring under both Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior, and Jo\u00e3o Pedro\u2019s strong form has only intensified scrutiny on Delap.<\/p>\n
James McAtee cost Nottingham Forest $40.6 million after leaving Manchester City. He has played just 20 times this season and, despite the disruption of four different managers, has missed chances to establish himself domestically and in Europe. Other Forest recruits also disappointed, though some avoided this list.<\/p>\n
Anthony Elanga moved to Newcastle United from Nottingham Forest for $74 million. After productive seasons earlier in his career, he took until November to register his first goal contribution for the Magpies and has produced three goals and an assist across all competitions this term.<\/p>\n
Armando Broja\u2019s transfer to Burnley for $26.5 million has not paid off. Having previously scored nine goals with Southampton, Broja has struggled with injuries and form across spells at Chelsea, Fulham, Everton and now Burnley. He has 22 appearances and one goal this season.<\/p>\n
Arnaud Kalimuendo completed a summer move to Nottingham Forest but made only 14 appearances and scored two goals before a January loan to Eintracht Frankfurt that includes an option to buy.<\/p>\n
Jamie Gittens has scored once in 27 appearances for Chelsea, the goal coming in the Carabao Cup at Molineux, and injuries have limited his impact after a $61.2 million transfer.<\/p>\n
Harvey Elliott left Liverpool for Aston Villa on a loan that could become a $40.6 million permanent move. Villa have restricted him heavily and he has made nine appearances, four in the Premier League, making the future of the deal uncertain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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