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Transfer Window Slammed Shut: Winners & Losers Emerge
3 Sep
Summary
- Enzo Fernández set a new record with two transfer fees over £100 million.
- Real Madrid addressed all problem positions with new signings.
- Julián Álvarez remains at Atlético Madrid after transfer saga.
The 2026 summer transfer window concluded on Tuesday, leaving a trail of satisfied clubs and disappointed players. Enzo Fernández emerged as a major winner, achieving a record-breaking $169 million (£125 million) move to Manchester City, making him the first player with two transfer fees exceeding £100 million.
Real Madrid also had a successful window, proactively signing Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella, Yan Diomande, and Ibrahima Konaté to solve squad issues. Their new signings have contributed to a perfect start to the season under José Mourinho.
Conversely, Julián Alvarez's desired move to Barcelona from Atlético Madrid failed, leaving him in a difficult position with his current club and manager. Liverpool also faced criticism for their transfer strategy, signing two left wingers but leaving a gap on the right wing.
Chelsea, despite losing out on a replacement for Fernández on Deadline Day, significantly revamped their squad by selling numerous players and bringing in new talent, including Emiliano Martínez and Maxence Lacroix.
