When Will the Premier League June Transfer Window Begin?

Premier League clubs have reached an agreement to commence the transfer window earlier for 10 days in June, before the FIFA Club World Cup, before it reopens once more on June 16, the league announced on Thursday.

This decision follows the ruling by FIFA, the governing body of world football, which allows member associations of competing clubs the chance to implement an “exceptional registration window” in June before the commencement of the event to sign new players.

“The window will open early, from Sunday, June 1 to Tuesday, June 10, because of an exceptional registration period regarding the FIFA Club World Cup,” the Premier League stated in an announcement. “It will then reopen on Monday, June 16, and close on Monday, September 1. “

Last year, the summer transfer window was active from June 14 to August 30. According to FIFA, the champions of this summer’s 32-team Club World Cup will receive up to $125 million. It is still uncertain if other leagues will adopt this approach.

The 32-team Club World Cup in the United States takes place from June 14 to July 13, with Chelsea and Manchester City representing the Premier League this year. Other teams participating in the tournament include Juventus, PSG, Real Madrid, River Plate, Inter Milan, Inter Miami, Atletico Madrid, and Bayern Munich.

Chelsea’s group features Club Leon from Mexico, Flamengo from Brazil, and Esperance Sportive de Tunis from Tunisia. Manchester City’s group includes Juventus, Wydad AC from Morocco, and Al Ain from the UAE.

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