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Who are the 5 most expensive Premier League signings this summer?
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Who are the 5 most expensive Premier League signings this summer?

01/08/24 16:24

The 2024 Premier League summer transfer window has been open for a month, and the excitement is already reaching fever pitch. With clubs across the league wasting no time in snapping up new talent, the first few weeks have seen a flurry of high-profile signings as teams prepare for the upcoming season.

5. Joshua Zirkzee - Bologna to Manchester United: £36.5 Million

Joshua Zirkzee’s move to Manchester United marks the first signing of the INEOS era at Old Trafford. The Dutch forward, who joins from Bologna for a fee of £36.5 million—slightly above his release clause—has penned a five-year deal with an option for a further year.

Zirkzee, who will provide competition for Rasmus Hojlund in the United attack, is looking to make his mark after limited opportunities with the Netherlands at Euro 2024. The 23-year-old’s arrival follows Anthony Martial’s departure, as Erik ten Hag continues to reshape his squad.

4. Ian Maatsen - Chelsea to Aston Villa: £37.5 Million

Ian Maatsen’s journey from West London to Aston Villa is one to watch. The Dutch left-back, who almost tasted Champions League glory while on loan at Borussia Dortmund, has now found a new home under Unai Emery.

Villa secured Maatsen for £37.5 million, and the 22-year-old is expected to play a key role in Emery’s setup. Known for his attacking prowess, Maatsen will be looking to make an immediate impact as Villa eyes both domestic and European success this season.

3. Max Kilman - Wolves to West Ham: £40 Million

Max Kilman has reunited with former Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui at West Ham, with the Hammers splashing out £40 million to bring the defender to East London. Lopetegui, a big admirer of Kilman’s technique and defensive capabilities, has made the Englishman a priority signing.

At 27, Kilman brings much-needed youth and pace to West Ham’s aging backline, and his familiarity with Lopetegui’s style is expected to ease his transition into the squad. The Hammers are betting on Kilman to solidify their defense as they aim to climb the Premier League table.

2. Amadou Onana - Everton to Aston Villa: £50 Million

Aston Villa have broken their transfer record to secure the services of Amadou Onana from Everton for a staggering £50 million. The Belgian midfielder, fresh from his Euro 2024 campaign, becomes Villa’s most expensive signing ever, arriving at Villa Park amidst interest from Arsenal and Bayern Munich.

Onana’s arrival is set to fill the void left by Douglas Luiz in midfield, as Unai Emery builds a squad capable of competing both in the Premier League and on the European stage.

1. Leny Yoro - Lille to Manchester United: £52 Million

Topping the list of summer signings is Leny Yoro, who joins Manchester United from Lille for £52 million, making him the fifth most expensive teenager in football history. The 18-year-old French defender, who will don the iconic No.15 shirt at Old Trafford, is expected to be a key figure in United’s backline for years to come.

Yoro’s transfer is the latest statement of intent from United, as they continue to build a squad capable of challenging for the Premier League title under Erik ten Hag.

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