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EPL transfer: Full list of top 6 teams’ summer signings

Luke Oluoch 02nd September, 2026 08:33 AM

Premier League clubs have just concluded an intense exercise in bolstering their squads and snapping up top talent ahead of what promises to be a grueling campaign.

At the centre of the recruitment frenzy was Manchester City, whose dynamic summer overhaul signalled a fierce statement of intent.

Enzo Maresca’s team reloaded their squad with marquee midfield additions in Enzo Fernández, the most expensive and significant deal of the window, and Elliot Anderson, alongside attacking power in Iliman Ndiaye, French-born Moroccan sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi, and Brazilian prospect Allan Elias.

Manager Enzo Maresca also reinforced the backroom and depth options with Gerónimo Rulli, Jeremy Monga, and Pierce Charles.

Chelsea responded with an equally massive recruitment drive aimed at restructuring and balancing their squad. The Blues secured English attacking talent Morgan Rogers, backed up by dynamic offensive threat of Geovany Quenda, and experienced veteran leadership in Danny Welbeck.

Maxence Lacroix also joined from Crystal Palace.

Stamford Bridge also welcomed Emanuel Emegha, Pep Chavarría, goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, Valentín Barco, Marco Palestra.and Jordan Henderson, along with young prospect Harrison Bettoni.

New Tottenham Hotspur signing Omar Marmoush in action against Newcastle United on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/TottenhamHotspur/photos

Tottenham Hotspur executed a sweeping squad transformation to fuel their European ambitions. Spurs reinforced their engine room by landing Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes while adding explosive wide play with Savio and a loan move for Mykhailo Mudryk.

Defensive upgrades arrived in Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, veteran Andy Robertson, Tosin Adarabioyo, and goalkeeper Martin Dúbravka, alongside forward Omar Marmoush.

Liverpool focused on elite quality at the sharp end of the pitch, making a major splash for winger Bradley Barcola.

Jérémy Jacquet, Victor Muñoz, young talent Ifeanyi Ndukwe, and a high-profile loan move for defender Ronald Araújo were among the Reds move.

Mikel Arteta and Bruno Guimaraes after he joined Arsenal from Newcastle United. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/Arsenal/photos

A blockbuster midfield acquisition in Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle underpinned Arsenal’s quest for defending their league title. Mikel Arteta also bolstered his defensive line with Ezri Konsa and Piero Hincapié, brought in creative width via Christos Tzolis, and secured reliable shot-stopping depth with Illan Meslier on a free transfer.

Aston Villa completed a busy summer to deepen their squad across every line after big-name stars also departed the Midland club at the end of the season. Unai Emery added attacking firepower with Johan Manzambi, Nicolas Jackson, and Ibrahim Mbaye, while solidifying their midfield through João Gomes, Modou Keba Cissé.

Meanwhile, a loan deal for Alejandro Garnacho and a fee transfer pickup of ex-Bayern Leon Goretzka. also saw them bolster their ranks. Defensively, they integrated dynamic goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, and Matteo Ruggeri.

Man United signings

Manchester United focused on reshaping their tactical spine, rebuilding their engine room through high-grade midfield additions in Youri Tielemans, the leftfooted Cameroonian ace Carlos Baleba, and Andrey Santos, alongside experienced goalkeeper Karl Darlow and young prospect Tynan Thompson.

New Manchester United signing Carlos Baleba. PHOTO/https://www.manutd.com/en/news/carlos-baleba-joins-united — New Manchester United signing Carlos Baleba. PHOTO/https://www.manutd.com/

The focus is now set to shift from the paperwork of transfer sheets at the boardrooms to the pitch. Action has already started with Man City, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Hull City the only team to maintain a perfect record after opening a couple of fixtures.

Enzo Maresca’s side leads Arsenal in the early pace, with Hull City placed just above Chelsea, who come in at fourth.

Arsenal