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Summer Transfer Window 2024: Key Dates and Potential High-Profile Deals

With the conclusion of the 2023-24 football season on the horizon clubs worldwide are gearing up for the summer transfer window and are poised to strengthen their squads with strategic acquisitions.

We provide insights into the opening and closing dates of the transfer window across various leagues and highlight some of the anticipated high-profile deals.

Summer Transfer Window 2024 – Starting & Closing Dates

LeagueDate window opensDate window closes
Premier League14 June 20241 September 2024
EFL10 June 20241 September 2024
La Liga1 July 20241 September 2024
Serie A1 July 20241 September 2024
Ligue 110 June 20241 September 2024
Bundesliga1 July 20241 September 2024
2024 summer transfer window dates

While official confirmation of the transfer window dates is pending from leagues FIFA’s provided list of registration dates offers a glimpse into the anticipated timeline.

Typically, the Premier League initiates its transfer window around three weeks post-season conclusion, preceding other European counterparts like La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1.

Most European leagues are expected to conclude their transfer activity by the final day of August or the first week of September.

Notable exceptions include Turkey, where the window is set to close on September 13, and Saudi Arabia, with a deadline of October 6, granting an extended period for recruitment.

The impending Euro 2024 and Copa America 2024 tournaments, scheduled between mid-June and mid-July, along with the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament from July 24 to August 9, may influence the timing of deals.

Anticipating High-Profile Transfers For Summer Window 2024

Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid - Summer Transfer Window 2024

Several high-profile transfers are anticipated, headlined by Kylian Mbappe’s much-discussed free transfer to Real Madrid upon the expiry of his Paris Saint-Germain contract.

Real Madrid is also rumoured to pursue Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies, while Bayern faces challenges in retaining Joshua Kimmich amidst Premier League interest.

The striker market is ablaze with Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Brentford’s Ivan Toney drawing attention.

Chelsea and Arsenal are reportedly eyeing these talents, with Arsenal additionally pursuing Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres. For budget options, Stuttgart’s Serhou Guirassy, with a reported €17.5m release clause, emerges as a viable choice.

Manchester United’s ownership shift with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s arrival signals potential upheaval, with stars like Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, and Casemiro facing uncertain futures.

Jadon Sancho’s decision regarding his Manchester United career or permanence at Borussia Dortmund adds intrigue, while Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Amadou Onana attract interest from multiple suitors, including Arsenal.

The Saudi Pro League’s PIF-owned clubs (Al-Ahli, Al Ittihad, Al-Hilal, and Al-Nassr) pose significant threats, eyeing Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne.

As the summer transfer window approaches, anticipation mounts for the unveiling of marquee signings and surprise moves, shaping the landscape for the 2024-25 season.

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