The 2025 summer transfer window has come to a close, and it was a record-breaking season for many of Europe's top clubs. Here’s a detailed look at the winners, losers, and key moves that defined this transfer period.

Winners

Liverpool

Liverpool emerged as the biggest spenders this summer, breaking the British transfer record twice. They secured Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for £100m and Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for £130m. Additionally, they signed Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez, Jeremie Frimpong, and Giovani Leoni, bolstering their squad significantly. Despite some early-season hiccups, Liverpool’s aggressive transfer strategy positions them as strong contenders for the Premier League title.

Arsenal

Arsenal made eight key signings, including Viktor Gyökeres, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke, to strengthen their squad. The Gunners also secured Martín Zubimendi and Christian Nørgaard to solidify their midfield. This depth has already proven valuable, with Madueke stepping up in Bukayo Saka’s absence.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid acted swiftly, appointing Xabi Alonso as manager and signing Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Huijsen, and Franco Mastantuono. These moves aim to dethrone Barcelona and reclaim dominance in La Liga.

Neutral

Manchester United

Manchester United had a mixed window, overpaying for Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo but also signing promising young talents like Benjamin Sesko and Senne Lammens. They cleared out several unwanted players, leaving them in a transitional phase.

Manchester City

Manchester City made some good signings, including Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Aït-Nouri, but questions remain about the fit of Rayan Cherki and Gianluigi Donnarumma in Pep Guardiola’s system.

Losers

Newcastle United

Newcastle’s summer was overshadowed by Alexander Isak’s departure to Liverpool. Despite signing Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa, the Magpies are left weaker than last season.

Bayer Leverkusen

Leverkusen lost key players like Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, leaving them in a rebuild phase. The sacking of manager Erik ten Hag added to their woes.

Bayern Munich

Bayern struggled to secure their top targets, overpaying for Luis Díaz and Nicolas Jackson. The departure of key players like Leroy Sané and Thomas Müller has left them short in attack.

Conclusion

The 2025 transfer window has reshaped the landscape of European football. While some clubs strengthened significantly, others face challenges in the upcoming season.