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Revealed: Premier League clubs in talks to REDUCE length of January transfer window and close summer market before new season begins

<p>In 2018 and 2019, the Premier League attempted an early closure of the summer window before the season began. However, this was abandoned due to the fact that other European leagues continued trading until the end of August, leaving English clubs at a disadvantage. Moreover, the rise of the Saudi Pro League as a financial powerhouse in the transfer market has further complicated the situation, with the league expected to retain a full-length transfer window as per FIFA regulations.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>According to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/02/06/winter-transfer-window-could-be-cut-to-just-two-weeks/" target="_blank"><em>The Telegraph</em></a><em>, </em>conversations have resumed regarding the modification of the summer transfer period among club executives. The proposal intends to streamline transfer activities, allowing clubs to finalise their squads before the season kicks off, and prevent mid-season instability. The proposal was a key topic of discussion during a recent meeting involving the sporting directors of all 20 Premier League clubs. The next step is for club owners and chief executives to determine whether the plan has enough backing to proceed to a formal vote.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Club shareholders will meet next week to discuss the matter further, and there may also be discussions with top European leagues regarding a synchronized approach to summer transfer deadlines. However, the final decision will rest with each country’s governing bodies.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Despite ongoing discussions about reforming the transfer system, Premier League clubs continued to outspend their global rivals in the January transfer window. English teams recorded a net spend of €320 million (£266 million) - a figure more than double that of Saudi Arabian clubs, who ranked second with €142 million (£118m). </p><p>Even clubs in the Championship, England’s second-tier league, outspent major European leagues, posting a net spend of €43.7 million (£36m) - higher than Serie A (€33.5 million/£28m) ) and the Bundesliga (€31.45 million/£26m). In contrast, Ligue 1 and La Liga clubs managed to generate an overall surplus, showcasing a stark financial contrast between English football and the rest of Europe.</p>

WHAT NEXT?

Revealed: Premier League clubs in talks to REDUCE length of January transfer window and close summer market before new season begins | Goal.com

Premier League clubs are reportedly in talks to slash the length of the January transfer window and close the summer market before the new season.