See OneFootball's top 15 best deals of the European transfer window | OneFootball

The summer window in Europe had its final chapter last Tuesday (1st) among the five major leagues. Signings now? Only from January 1, 2027.

So now it’s time for OneFootball to list the 15 best deals.

The list below takes into account signings made for “interesting” fees given the quality of the player in question, market opportunities, players likely to make a major impact at their new club, and gambles that could prove spot on, for example.

Do you agree with the picks? Share your thoughts in the comments! 

Dibu Martínez (GK)

Aston Villa ▶️ Chelsea - 8.75 million euros

The Argentine goalkeeper’s exit from the Birmingham club almost happened in the last window.

And when it seemed like he would stay again, PSG did not sign Suzuki, who was then brought in by Aston Villa.

Dibu would no longer be the undisputed starter at Villa. That’s when Chelsea spotted the opportunity and went after a goalkeeper likely to offer more security. 

Dumfries  (RB)

Inter Milan ▶️ Real Madrid - 20 million euros

It was a “bargain” for Real considering the Dutch full-back’s talent and physical ability, even if he is already 30.

Dumfries’ arrival could also make Alexander-Arnold “wake up” after a start well below expectations at Real. 

Luka Vuskovic (CB)

Tottenham ▶️ Brighton - 54 million euros

At 26, Van Hecke left the Seagulls for Tottenham in a 60-million-euro move. 

E the Brighton looked to Spurs themselves for a replacement. 

Vuskovic had been on loan at Hamburg, stood out there, and returned to England for 54 million.

He is younger (19), has plenty of room to develop, and a good chance of being sold on for an even higher fee. 

Cucurella (LB)

Chelsea ▶️ Real Madrid - 55 million euros

The Chelsea left-back had already been one of the few bright spots in an inconsistent season for the Blues.

He ended up being transferred during the build-up to the World Cup, a tournament in which he performed at a high level. He arrives to make the position his own, a role left vacant since Marcelo’s departure.

Rodri (DM)

Manchester City ▶️ Barcelona - 60 million euros

The Spanish midfielder recovered very well from a serious injury. He had an outstanding World Cup and was voted the best player of the tournament.

City did not want to sell him, but took into account his age (30) and the fact that he had only one year left on his contract.

Barça, meanwhile, beat Real to the signing of a player who fits their style of play and prioritized being in Catalonia alongside many World Cup winners. 

Enzo Fernández (M)

Chelsea ▶️ Manchester City - 145 million euros

It was the last major deal to be completed.

Chelsea only agreed to sell their undisputed starter after moving close to signing Camara from Monaco.

They ended up missing out on the Senegalese midfielder, but did not call off talks with City.

Enzo arrives to become the new owner of the midfield. A department that has also added Anderson (135 million) and Bouaddi (95 million).

The fee cannot even be considered “absurd” given Enzo’s quality, his age (25), and the fact that he joined Chelsea for 121 million. 

Bruno Guimarães (M) 

Newcastle ▶️ Arsenal - 87.5 million euros

It was not easy at all, but the reigning English champions managed to prise the Brazilian midfielder away from Newcastle.

Bruno Guimarães arrives with the potential to dominate the midfield alongside Rice and Ødegaard.

Tielemans (M) 

Aston Villa ▶️ Manchester United - 41 million euros

He was the captain and the “owner” of Unai Emery’s team’s midfield alongside Onana.

He will have the task of sharing the burden of technical leadership with Bruno Fernandes.

Bernardo Silva (M)

Manchester City ▶️ Real Madrid - free transfer

He represents the “free agents” on this list. 

He may not even be an undisputed starter under Mourinho given the competition, but he will bring experience and plenty of quality.

He adds depth to Madrid’s star-studded squad after years of showcasing his football at City. 

Kang-in Lee (M)

PSG ▶️ Atlético de Madrid - 35 million euros 

Another “bargain” of the transfer market.

The South Korean did not have the space he had hoped for at PSG.

The expectation is that he can reproduce the level of performance he showed at Mallorca. 

Can Simeone get the best out of him? 

Rodrigo Mora (AM/FW) 

Porto ▶️ Roma - 25 million euros

He is only 19 and has a lot of potential.

His sample size at Porto may have been small, but it caught the eye.

It is a signing by the Giallorossi with the near future in mind.

Ismael Saibari (FW) 

PSV ▶️ Bayern - 50 million euros 

He was coming off two good seasons with the Eredivisie club.

He was officially announced during the GOOD World Cup he had with Morocco.

He can be a reliable replacement for Kane or play alongside the Englishman - preferably on the left. 

Tzolis (FW)

Club Brugge ▶️ Arsenal - 40 million euros 

The Greek winger was coming off 33 goals and 43 assists across two seasons with Brugge.

And he was the Gunners’ bet for the left wing. 

Tzolis is already impressing at the start of his journey in England.

Including a strong display in the Super Cup final. 

Malen (FW)

Aston Villa ▶️ Roma - 25 million euros

He arrived in Italy in January on loan at a cost of 2 million euros.

And he stood out IMMENSELY over six months. He posted 15 goals and two assists in 20 matches.

That led the club from the Eternal City to trigger the 25-million-euro purchase option.

Malen already has five goals after two rounds of the current Serie A season. 

Aubameyang (FW) 

Marseille ▶️ Deportivo - 1.5 million euros

After a great season at Marseille, Auba had a spell at Al-Qadisiyah and returned to the French club.

Then he surprised everyone by joining Depor, back in Spain’s top flight. 

His start has been more than positive. He already has three goals in La Liga.

And that at 37 years of age.  

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