Top five most expensive signings of 2026 summer transfer window

Chelsea’s blockbuster signing of England international Morgan Rogers has headlined the 2026 summer transfer window, with the Blues paying a reported £117 million to secure the Aston Villa star, making him the most expensive British footballer in history.

The move has sparked widespread debate among fans over whether the fee is justified, particularly after Chelsea’s disappointing 2025/26 campaign, which saw the club finish 10th in the Premier League without silverware.

Here are the five most expensive transfers of the 2026 summer window:
1. Morgan Rogers (£117m) – Aston Villa to Chelsea

Chelsea shattered the British transfer record to sign 23-year-old Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. The England international helped Villa win the Europa League and secure a top-four Premier League finish before impressing at the FIFA World Cup, where England finished third.

2. Elliot Anderson (£116m) – Nottingham Forest to Manchester City

Manchester City paid £116 million to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. The 23-year-old arrives as Pep Guardiola’s side prepares for the possible departure of Rodri, with Anderson expected to add energy, control and creativity in midfield.

3. Sandro Tonali (£100m) – Newcastle United to Tottenham Hotspur

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4. Mateus Fernandes (£85m) – West Ham United to Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham continued their spending spree by signing Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United for £85 million. The 22-year-old joined after Spurs reportedly beat Manchester United to his signature.

5. Anthony Gordon (£69m) – Newcastle United to Barcelona

England winger Anthony Gordon completed a £69 million move from Newcastle United to Barcelona. His consistent performances for club and country earned him the switch, with the Spanish giants expecting him to add pace and creativity to their attack.