The 2025 summer transfer window has officially concluded, showcasing the financial strategies of all 20 Premier League clubs. From Arsenal's massive investments to Bournemouth's profitable sales, we dive into each team's net spend calculated by Sky Sports.
Having a balanced net spend is crucial for clubs in order to comply with Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules. Below, we break it down with a detailed table and club-by-club analysis of all transfer action this past window.
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Club-by-Club Breakdown: Premier League Net Spend 2025
1. Arsenal Net Spend: £257m
Arsenal led the Premier League net spend rankings in 2025, investing £267m while recovering just £10m from sales. This bold strategy targets key positions like midfield and defense, positioning the Gunners as serious title contenders in the 2025/26 season.
2. Liverpool Net Spend: £218.4m
Champions Liverpool's £218.4m net outlay reflects £446.5m in signings offset by £228m in departures. High-profile additions will revitalize their squad, making them favourites to retain the Premier League title.
3. Manchester United Net Spend: £170.7m
With £232.4m spent and £61.7m from sales, Manchester United's £170.7m net spend signals a rebuild at Old Trafford. Revitalising their attack has shown real intent to return back to the Champions League.
4. Tottenham Hotspur Net Spend: £154.2m
Tottenham's £154.2m net investment (£171.2m out, £17m in) emphasizes squad depth, particularly in attack, for their return to the Champions League.
5. Sunderland Net Spend: £141.4m
Promoted Sunderland made waves with a £141.4m net spend (£183.4m spent, £42m sold), aiming to establish themselves in the Premier League and avoid relegation battles.
6. Everton Net Spend: £114m
Everton's £114m net (£124m spent, £10m sold) prioritizes stability, with investments in defense and midfield to climb the table despite financial pressures.
7. Leeds United Net Spend: £103.1m
Leeds committed fully with £103.1m spent and no sales, focusing on high-energy signings to match their pressing style in the 2025 Premier League.
8. Nottingham Forest Net Spend: £101m
Nottingham Forest's £101m net (£182.5m out, £81.5m in) balances ambition with sales, targeting experienced players for mid-table security.
9. Newcastle United Net Spend: £99.3m
Newcastle's £99.3m net spend (£256.3m spent, £157m sold) supports their Saudi-backed push for top-four finishes and European football.
10. Manchester City Net Spend: £89.8m
Manchester City invested £89.8m net (£185.8m out, £96m in), maintaining dominance through precise squad tweaks.
11. West Ham United Net Spend: £76.3m
West Ham's £76.3m net (£131.3m spent, £55m sold) with a much needed attempt to boost their squad.
12. Burnley Net Spend: £66.7m
Burnley's £66.7m net (£97.7m out, £31m in) adapts their pragmatic approach for Premier League survival.
13. Fulham Net Spend: £26.4m
Fulham kept it conservative at £26.4m net (£35m spent, £8.7m sold), focusing on depth without financial risks.
14. Aston Villa Net Spend: -£15m
Aston Villa profited £15m (£28m spent, £43m sold), showcasing smart trading for future flexibility amid FFP issues.
15. Crystal Palace Net Spend: -£17.7m
Crystal Palace gained £17.7m (£49.8m out, £67.5m in), reinvesting sales into youth development.
16. Chelsea Net Spend: -£17.9m
Chelsea surprisingly profited £17.9m (£296.5m spent, £314.4m sold), shifting toward FFP compliance after big-spending eras.
17. Wolves Net Spend: -£20.9m
Wolves' £20.9m profit (£105.6m out, £126.6m in) ensures mid-table stability through balanced dealings.
18. Brentford Net Spend: -£59.2m
Brentford's £59.2m gain (£92.8m spent, £152m sold) highlights their talent-flipping model.
19. Brighton & Hove Albion Net Spend: -£59.8m
Brighton's £59.8m profit (£67.7m out, £127.5m in) cements their reputation as transfer market experts.
20. Bournemouth Net Spend: -£65.8m
Bournemouth topped the profiteers with £65.8m (£136.7m spent, £202.5m sold), funding growth through sales.
Premier League Net Spend Table: 2025 Summer Transfers
For a quick overview of the Premier League transfer net spend rankings, here's a comprehensive table sorted from highest to lowest net spend:
| Rank | Club | Spent | Sold | Net Spend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | £267m | £10m | £257m |
| 2 | Liverpool | £446.5m | £228m | £218.4m |
| 3 | Manchester United | £232.4m | £61.7m | £170.7m |
| 4 | Tottenham Hotspur | £171.2m | £17m | £154.2m |
| 5 | Sunderland | £183.4m | £42m | £141.4m |
| 6 | Everton | £124m | £10m | £114m |
| 7 | Leeds United | £103.1m | £0 | £103.1m |
| 8 | Nottingham Forest | £182.5m | £81.5m | £101m |
| 9 | Newcastle United | £256.3m | £157m | £99.3m |
| 10 | Manchester City | £185.8m | £96m | £89.8m |
| 11 | West Ham United | £131.3m | £55m | £76.3m |
| 12 | Burnley | £97.7m | £31m | £66.7m |
| 13 | Fulham | £35m | £8.7m | £26.4m |
| 14 | Aston Villa | £28m | £43m | -£15m |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | £49.8m | £67.5m | -£17.7m |
| 16 | Chelsea | £296.5m | £314.4m | -£17.9m |
| 17 | Wolves | £105.6m | £126.6m | -£20.9m |
| 18 | Brentford | £92.8m | £152m | -£59.2m |
| 19 | Brighton & Hove Albion | £67.7m | £127.5m | -£59.8m |
| 20 | Bournemouth | £136.7m | £202.5m | -£65.8m |
This table provides a snapshot of the 2025 EPL summer transfers, with total league spending surpassing £3 billion—a record for the Premier League transfer window.
