Premier League spending outstripped the other four big leagues combined

Summer transfer window gross spend, 'Big Five' European leagues, 2016 to 2025

Area line chart showing gross spending by Bundesliga, Ligue 1, La Liga and Serie A clubs v Premier League clubs over the last 10 summer transfer windows, where Premier League spending exceeded the other four combined for the first time in summer 2025.

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Note: Reported transfer fees only – agent fees and transfer levies not included. Impact of sell-on clauses not included.

Source: Transfermarkt