The summer transfer window is almost over. There are still some moves to be made in the Premier League, but what has been each club’s best signing thus far?
That’s what we’ll aim to find out today. Of course, this list is purely subjective. We’re looking at player quality, as well as value for money in our criteria.
Arsenal – Christos Tzolis
Bruno Guimaraes is perhaps the obvious choice for Arsenal, but Christos Tzolis presents better value for money in our eyes. He was brilliant in the Community Shield against Manchester City, following it up with a strong display against Coventry in the Gunners’ inaugural 2026/27 Premier League outing.
Aston Villa – Johan Manzambi
Following an excellent World Cup campaign with Switzerland, Aston Villa capitalised and snapped up Johan Manzambi in the summer. We’ve yet to see the best out of him in a Villa shirt as of yet, but we’re confident he’ll have a successful stint at Villa Park.
Bournemouth – Antonio Silva
Antonio Silva is amongst the best young centre-backs in the world right now. Bournemouth pulled off a real coup when they snapped him up – at £26 million, he could prove to be a real bargain.
Brentford – Mamadou Sangare
Mamadou Sangare announced himself to the world in his Premier League debut for Brentford, bossing the midfield against Tottenham in a dominant 3-0 win. He wasn’t cheap, costing £38.5 million, but is already paying for himself.
Brighton – Luka Vuskovic
Brighton needed to replace Jan Paul van Hecke, when he left to join Tottenham, and did so in style by signing Luka Vuskovic. The Seagulls’ transfer business has been admired by many over the past few years – this is one of many great signings they’ve made in the previous series of seasons.
Chelsea – Maxence Lacroix
Chelsea often looked shaky at the back last season. They needed a defender – in many ways, Maxence Lacroix was the perfect player to sign. Fast, powerful and perfect for Xabi Alonso’s system, this was an inspired piece of business.
Coventry – Carl Rushworth
Coventry have made a few decent signings, but none have been quite as important as the acquisition of Carl Rushworth. He was brilliant on loan for them last season – he had a disappointing start to the campaign against Arsenal, but will surely improve as the season progresses.
Crystal Palace – Takehiro Tomiyasu
The summer transfer window has proven to be a difficult one for Crystal Palace, but bringing in a player of Takehiro Tomiyasu’s quality on a free transfer can only be a positive. A versatile player who can play anywhere across the backline, he’s taken his place as a wide centre-back for the Eagles.
Everton – Hayden Hackney
The Championship player of the year last season, Hayden Hackney should make the step up to the Premier League with ease. Injuries have hampered the start of his season, but Everton might well have a gem on their hands here.
Fulham – Gonzalo Garcia
Fulham took a gamble with the signing of Gonzalo Garcia, for sure. However, it seems to have been a gamble that is paying off – he scored against Chelsea on his Premier League debut.