Premier League Winter Window 2026: 8 Clubs £0 Spend in January 2026
January 2026 Premier League Transfer Window OverviewTotal league spend on permanent signings
≈ £404.1m – £405mCollective net spend
≈ £131m (after ~£273.1m recouped from player sales)Biggest spender
Manchester City – £84mMost expensive single transfer
Antoine Semenyo (from Bournemouth to Manchester City) – £64mClubs with £0 Spent on Permanent SigningsExactly 8 Premier League clubs made no permanent incoming transfers during the window. Many focused on loans, recalls, academy additions, or future summer deals due to financial caution, PSR considerations, and strategic planning.
considerations, and strategic planning.
General Window Context
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Club | Spend | Key Notes / Activity |
|---|---|---|
Arsenal | £0 | Signed teenager Evan Mooney for the academy only |
Burnley | £0 | Focused on loan deals rather than permanent fees |
Chelsea | £0 | Relied on loan recalls and summer target planning |
Everton | £0 | Limited activity to loan signings for squad depth |
Leeds United | £0 | Financial restraints restricted winter spending |
Liverpool | £0 | Secured future deal for Jeremy Jacquet (£55m–£60m) – joins in July |
Manchester United | £0 | No spending approved by ownership; only minor outgoing loans |
Newcastle United | £0 | No fees paid for any new arrivals |
General Window Context
- Described as cautious and circumspect overall
- Many clubs prioritised loan activity, free agents, youth integration, or summer preparation over mid-season permanent investment
- Highest spending came from Manchester City and a few others (e.g. Crystal Palace reportedly spent ~£83m on Jørgen Strand Larsen and Brennan Johnson)
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