The 2025/26 Premier League season kicks off this Friday, with reigning champions Liverpool hosting Bournemouth at 8 PM. As the new campaign begins, football fans can expect a fresh wave of excitement, thanks to a host of high-profile summer transfers.
From record-breaking deals to young prospects with sky-high potential, here are the top 10 new signings set to make headlines in England’s top flight this season.
1. Lucas Perri – Leeds United
- From: Lyon
- Fee: €16m (£14m)
- Position: Goalkeeper
Brazilian shot-stopper Lucas Perri arrives at newly promoted Leeds United after an impressive season in France, making 45 appearances for Lyon. Tasked with helping the Peacocks secure Premier League survival, his reflexes and command in the box could be crucial.
2. Hugo Ekitike – Liverpool
- From: Eintracht Frankfurt
- Fee: €80m (£70.5m)
- Position: Striker
After splashing nearly €300m in the transfer market, Liverpool have landed French forward Hugo Ekitike to bolster their attack. Following a mixed spell at PSG, he now has a golden chance to thrive at a top European club.
3. Mohammed Kudus – Tottenham Hotspur
- From: West Ham United
- Fee: €63.8m (£56.2m)
- Position: Attacking Midfielder / Winger
Tottenham made a statement by signing Ghanaian playmaker Mohammed Kudus from West Ham. Known for his creativity and goal-scoring threat, Kudus will be pivotal to Thomas Frank’s new attacking plans in North London.
4. Rayan Cherki – Manchester City
- From: Lyon
- Fee: €36.5m (£32m)
- Position: Attacking Midfielder / Winger
French prodigy Rayan Cherki joins Manchester City with the potential to fill the creative void left by Kevin De Bruyne’s departure. His speed, vision, and technical ability fit perfectly into Pep Guardiola’s fluid system.
5. Thierno Barry – Everton
- From: Villarreal
- Fee: €30m (£26.5m)
- Position: Striker
Standing at 1.95m, Thierno Barry is Everton’s marquee signing of the summer. After scoring 11 La Liga goals last season, the French U21 international brings aerial dominance and physical presence to the Toffees’ frontline.
6. Viktor Gyokeres – Arsenal
- From: Sporting CP
- Fee: €65.8m (£58m)
- Position: Striker
One of the most prolific forwards in Europe, Viktor Gyokeres scored an astonishing 45 goals last season for Sporting. Arsenal fans hope he will finally solve their long-standing need for a clinical number 9.
7. Estevão – Chelsea
- From: Palmeiras
- Fee: €34m (£30m)
- Position: Winger
Dubbed one of Brazil’s brightest young talents, Estevão arrives at Chelsea already valued at nearly double his transfer fee. Whether he gets immediate game time or not, his flair and dribbling promise an exciting future.
8. Benjamin Šeško – Manchester United
- From: RB Leipzig
- Fee: €76.5m (£67.2m)
- Position: Striker
After underwhelming seasons from Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee, Manchester United have pinned their hopes on Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško. His pace, height, and finishing make him a potential game-changer at Old Trafford.
9. Florian Wirtz – Liverpool
- From: Bayer Leverkusen
- Fee: €125m (£110m)
- Position: Attacking Midfielder
The most expensive Premier League signing of the summer, German star Florian Wirtz reunites with his former manager Xabi Alonso at Liverpool. With creativity, vision, and composure beyond his years, Wirtz is expected to be a key figure in the Reds’ title defence.
10. Jack Grealish – Everton
- From: Manchester City (Loan)
- Fee: Loan with €58m (£50.8m) option to buy
- Position: Winger
Seeking a fresh start, Jack Grealish joins Everton on loan after falling out of favour at Manchester City. His flair and ball-carrying ability could add much-needed dynamism to the Toffees’ attack.
This summer’s Premier League transfer window has been nothing short of explosive, with established stars and rising talents alike making moves that could shape the season’s outcome. From Florian Wirtz’s record-breaking switch to Gyokeres’ arrival at Arsenal, expect fireworks as these signings try to justify their price tags.
Kick-off is here — and so is the drama.
