The summer transfer window is now open for business.
Clubs across the leagues will be keen on bolstering their ranks as well as retaining the services of key players who may attract attention from elsewhere - either from domestic clubs or those on the continent.
A significant sum of money is expected to be splashed during the close season, particularly by the Premier League’s established clubs, and those fees could spark a domino effect in the market.
Here’s everything you need to know about the start of the transfer window.
When will the summer transfer window open?
The summer transfer window for domestic deals opened for business 00:01 on Thursday May 16th.
However the international window is controlled by FIFA.
The date that FIFA’s window begins is Sunday June 9th, which is when transfers from abroad can be finalised.
When will the summer transfer window close?
The transfer window in the Premier League closes on Thursday August 8th at 17:00, just before the start of the new season, but clubs can still sell players to other nations if the window in that country remains open.
The transfer window in France, Spain and Germany slams shut on August 31st, while Italy’s transfer window concludes on August 18th.
What about Championship and EFL clubs?
The Sky Bet Championship transfer window will close on the same date as the Premier League (August 8th) following a vote earlier in the season.
However, the window will remain open for clubs in League One and League Two until a later date, which has been confirmed as Monday September 2nd at 17:00.
