The 5 biggest moves of the 2026 winter transfer window 💣 | OneFootball

The 2026 winter transfer window officially closed this Monday. A transfer window notably marked by five major moves... which we (re)introduce to you!

Ademola Lookman - Atlético de Madrid

To everyone's surprise, Atlético de Madrid launched a last-minute move to snatch Ademola Lookman from Atalanta's grasp. Quite a coup for the Colchoneros, who secured a player that just a few days ago seemed destined for Fenerbahçe.

Diego Simeone thus gets the 2024 African Ballon d'Or winner, but above all, a highly versatile player to energize his attacking line, all for less than 40 million euros.

After coming very close to signing with Paris and also Inter Milan, the Nigerian striker has finally secured his move to a European giant.

Marc Guéhi - Manchester City

While it seemed we were heading for a huge battle between European heavyweights to sign Marc Guéhi on a free transfer this summer, Manchester City caught everyone off guard.

The Citizens didn’t hesitate to shell out 23 million euros to buy out the last six months of contract of one of the most sought-after defenders in world football. Has Pep Guardiola found his missing link?

Endrick - OL

Arriving on loan in the very first hours of the winter transfer window, Endrick wasted no time making a splash in his new colors.

Unstoppable in his first matches, the Brazilian prodigy has already scored four goals in as many games for OL, including a hat-trick against Metz.

As Lyon seem to be heading for a thrilling final sprint, Real Madrid’s gem will be a top-class reinforcement in the race for the Champions League.

Quinten Timber - OM

Highly sought after in recent seasons, few expected to see the promising Dutch midfielder land in Marseille this winter.

But the Olympian management sniffed out a good deal with a player whose contract was expiring in six months and who was clashing with his coach.

With this low-cost transfer (€4.5M), OM already seem to have given Roberto De Zerbi a potential starter for the rest of the season.

Antoine Semenyo - Manchester City

This is THE biggest transfer of this winter window. Arriving at Manchester City from Bournemouth for 75 million euros, the Ghanaian winger has already made his mark.

Already with four goals in five matches for the Citizens, Semenyo has showcased all the versatility he can bring to Pep Guardiola.

With Erling Haaland going through a major goal drought, this new addition will certainly boost Manchester City’s attacking line.

In your opinion, which transfer was the best move of the window? Tell us everything in the comments!

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