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Premier League clubs discuss closing summer transfer window in August - two days before the start of next season

<p>The idea was formulated at a meeting of sporting directors from the league's 20 clubs in February, reports <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/03/24/premier-league-clubs-talks-change-transfer-window-end/" target="_blank"><em>The Telegraph</em></a>, where it was felt it would be better for managers to have their squads settled until January from the opening weekend.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>One issue with the idea is convincing other European leagues to fall in line. Should that not happen, Premier League clubs risk losing their players to other countries without the ability to replace them. The Saudi Pro League would also be able to tempt players after the Premier League window has closed.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>The summer window was shut early in 2018 and 2019 when clubs wanted to have squads confirmed before a ball was kicked, only for it to be decided that it caused disadvantages in the market. It is not yet clear why returning to that system would benefit them any further now. </p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>A potential rule change could go to a vote should preliminary discussions between owners suggest the idea has legs. It would then require 14 of 20 clubs to agree to pass.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR THE PREMIER LEAGUE?

Premier League clubs discuss closing summer transfer window in August - two days before the start of next season | Goal.com

Premier League clubs are in discussions to end the 2025 summer transfer window two days before the start of the season.