The best Premier League signings of the 2025/26 season | OneFootball

With the campaign now over, we've profiled the best transfers of the 2025/26 Premier League season, based on impact and value.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Leeds United

With his career at a crossroads last summer,Dominic Calvert-Lewin left Everton for Leeds United in search of a fresh start.

Form and fitness issues had plagued his final seasons at Everton, but he's been given a new lease of life at Elland Road.

The perfect focal point for Daniel Farke's robust side, Calvert-Lewin scored 14 league goals to keep Leeds in the Premier League. His performances earned Calvert-Lewin an England recall after five years in the wilderness.

Granit Xhaka - Sunderland

Granit Xhaka's arrival at Sunderland last summer was a huge shock, a statement signing from the promoted side in their bid for consolidation.

Xhaka's influence can not be understated, with his combination of metronomic quality and leadership evident at the Stadium of Light.

The veteran scoopedSunderland's Player of the Year accolades as Regis Le Bris's side upset the odds to secure European football for the first time in 52 years.

Rayan Cherki - Manchester City

In a season that has been defined by set pieces and long throws,Rayan Cherki has been a breath of fresh air. The Frenchman's flair has illuminated the Etihad this season, with Cherki's desire to dribble at defenders unwavering.

His wonderfully aesthetic approach has come alongside end product, however, with only Bruno Fernandes providing more Premier League assists.

Robin Roefs - Sunderland

Another of Sunderland's smart recruitment drive, Regis Le Bris and his team took on a gamble with their goalkeeper signing last summer.

Roefs had played just one season of Eredivisie football with NEC Nijmegen but convinced Sunderland to spend around £9m to bring him to thePremier League. It's been a bargain purchase, with the young goalkeeper a cool head and player of huge potential. Only two goalkeepers made more Premier League saves in 2025/26.

Senne Lammens - Manchester United

Manchester United's goalkeeper position was a regular talking point last season, as Andre Onana endured a nightmare two-season spell at Old Trafford.

It's barely been mentioned in 2025/26, thanks to the performances ofSenne Lammens. The 23-year-old represented a risk over more experienced options, but has handled the pressure perfectly. Lammens, above anything, has been a safe pair of hands, something the Red Devils had sorely lacked.